Everyday Cake
Simple yet satisfying, this Everyday Cake is the perfect all-occasion dessert that combines classic flavors with effortless preparation. Made with pantry staples like all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and whole milk, this moist and tender cake is delicately flavored with a hint of vanilla, making it a versatile base for any topping or frosting you desire. Ready in just under an hour with minimal effort, it’s ideal for busy weeknights or impromptu gatherings. Whether served plain with a dusting of powdered sugar or dressed up with fruit and whipped cream, this 8-inch round cake is a timeless treat that’s as comforting as it is delicious. Perfect for home bakers looking for an easy cake recipe with maximum flavor!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 large eggs
- 0.75 cup whole milk
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8-inch round cake pan or line it 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 or stand mixer to cream the softened 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.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients in three separate additions, alternating with the milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients. Mix on low speed until just combined; do not overmix.
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before serving or decorating.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2774 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 113.7 g | 146% | |
| Saturated Fat | 67.6 g | 338% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 652 mg | 217% | |
| Sodium | 2311 mg | 100% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 397.7 g | 145% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.5 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 210.8 g | ||
| Protein | 44.4 g | 89% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.5 mcg | 28% | |
| Calcium | 340 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 13.0 mg | 72% | |
| Potassium | 713 mg | 15% | |
*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.
