One Egg Cake
Delightfully simple and endlessly versatile, the One Egg Cake is a timeless recipe that proves less is more. This classic dessert uses just one egg and a handful of pantry staples, including all-purpose flour, sugar, and vanilla extract, to create a light, tender, and delicately sweet cake that's perfect for any occasion. With a quick 15-minute prep time and a 30-minute bake, it’s an effortless treat that can be enjoyed plain, dusted with powdered sugar, or dressed up with your favorite frosting or fresh fruit. Whether you're a beginner baker or a pro seeking a fuss-free dessert, this One Egg Cake is a must-try recipe that strikes the perfect balance between simplicity and flavor. Perfect for family gatherings, tea parties, or last-minute desserts, this cake is sure to become a cherished favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, melted
- 0.75 cup Milk
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 large Egg
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8-inch round or square cake pan.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Whisk together until well mixed.
In another bowl, whisk together the melted butter, milk, vanilla extract, and egg until smooth.
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring gently until the batter is smooth and free of lumps. Be careful not to overmix.
Pour the batter evenly into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
Bake for 28-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Once cooled, the cake can be served as is, or dusted with powdered sugar or topped with frosting of your choice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2482 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 109.5 g | 140% | |
| Saturated Fat | 65.4 g | 327% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 494 mg | 165% | |
| Sodium | 1680 mg | 73% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 351.6 g | 128% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.9 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 210.0 g | ||
| Protein | 32.3 g | 65% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.4 mcg | 17% | |
| Calcium | 305 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 9.2 mg | 51% | |
| Potassium | 583 mg | 12% | |
*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.
