Cake Formula
Discover the perfect balance of simplicity and decadence with this "Cake Formula" recipe, a foolproof guide to baking a classic, tender, and buttery homemade cake from scratch. Featuring pantry staples like all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and unsalted butter, this recipe ensures a moist and flavorful crumb every time. With the rich addition of eggs, whole milk, and a splash of pure vanilla extract, this versatile base can be dressed up with your favorite frostings or enjoyed as is. Ready in just under an hour, this easy two-layer cake is ideal for birthdays, celebrations, or a sweet everyday treat. Whether you're a baking beginner or an experienced pro, this recipe's step-by-step instructions guarantee a perfectly baked cake everyone will love.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 2 cups Granulated sugar
- 1 cup Unsalted butter
- 4 units Large eggs
- 1 cup Whole milk
- 2 teaspoons Pure vanilla extract
- 2.5 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans or line them with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, use a hand mixer or a stand mixer to cream the unsalted butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the eggs one at a time to the butter mixture, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
Reduce the mixer speed to low and alternately add the dry flour mixture and the milk in three portions, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined; don't overmix.
Divide the cake batter evenly between the prepared cake pans, using a spatula to smooth the tops.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean.
Remove the cakes from the oven and let them cool in their pans for 10 minutes. Then, transfer the cakes to a wire rack to cool completely before frosting or serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3897 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 126.8 g | 163% | |
| Saturated Fat | 67.0 g | 335% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1021 mg | 340% | |
| Sodium | 2697 mg | 117% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 650.6 g | 237% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.2 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 412.5 g | ||
| Protein | 63.8 g | 128% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.7 mcg | 33% | |
| Calcium | 477 mg | 37% | |
| Iron | 17.9 mg | 99% | |
| Potassium | 992 mg | 21% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
