Sure! Here’s a simple and delicious homemade cake recipe that’s perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients:
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- ¾ cup whole milk (room temperature)
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 8-inch round cake pans (or one 9-inch if you want a slightly thicker cake).
- Mix dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set it aside.
- Cream the butter and sugar: In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter and sugar together with an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy (about 3-4 minutes).
- Add the eggs: Beat in the eggs one at a time, making sure each is fully incorporated before adding the next. Add the vanilla extract and mix until combined.
- Alternate adding dry ingredients and milk: With the mixer on low speed, gradually add the dry ingredients in three parts, alternating with the milk. Start and end with the flour mixture. Mix until just combined (don’t overmix).
- Pour the batter: Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.
- Bake: Place the pans in the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean.
- Cool: Let the cakes cool in the pans for about 10 minutes, then turn them out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Optional frosting:
You can use a simple buttercream frosting to go with the cake:
Buttercream Frosting Ingredients:
- 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1-2 tbsp milk or heavy cream
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions for Frosting:
- Beat the butter until creamy.
- Gradually add powdered sugar, 1 cup at a time, and beat on low speed.
- Add vanilla, milk, and a pinch of salt. Increase the speed to medium-high and beat until smooth and fluffy.
Frost the cake once it’s completely cool!
This recipe is basic, but you can customize it with different flavors, fillings, or toppings. What kind of frosting or extras would you like with your cake?
