Moist Golden Cake
Indulge in the rich, buttery perfection of this Moist Golden Cake, a classic dessert recipe that lives up to its name. Boasting a lusciously tender crumb, this cake is crafted with pantry staples like all-purpose flour, pure vanilla extract, and a touch of vegetable oil, ensuring an ultra-moist texture that's perfect for any occasion. The batter comes together effortlessly, alternating dry ingredients and milk for a luxuriously smooth mixture, while softened butter and granulated sugar are creamed to airy perfection. Baked to a golden finish, this versatile cake is ideal as a base for your favorite frosting or as a standalone treat with its irresistible balance of sweetness and vanilla aroma. Whether it’s for birthdays, celebrations, or just because, this crowd-pleasing recipe is your go-to for bakery-quality results every time.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 2.5 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1.75 cups granulated sugar
- 4 pieces large eggs
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup whole milk
- 0.25 cup vegetable oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans or line them with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
Reduce the mixer speed to low and gradually add the dry ingredient mixture in three additions, alternating with the milk in two additions, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix just until combined after each addition.
Gently fold in the vegetable oil until the batter is smooth. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the cake dense.
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans and smooth the tops with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 28-30 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 the pans for 10 minutes. Then, transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before frosting or serving.
Frost and decorate as desired, or serve plain for a simple but delicious treat!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5038 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 275.1 g | 353% | |
| Saturated Fat | 140.0 g | 700% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 33.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1290 mg | 430% | |
| Sodium | 2715 mg | 118% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 600.8 g | 218% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.2 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 362.6 g | ||
| Protein | 65.0 g | 130% | |
| Vitamin D | 9.6 mcg | 48% | |
| Calcium | 503 mg | 39% | |
| Iron | 18.1 mg | 101% | |
| Potassium | 1018 mg | 22% | |
*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.
