Perfect Sand Cake
Elevate your baking game with this Perfect Sand Cake, a timeless recipe that’s as simple as it is indulgent. With its rich, buttery flavor and irresistibly tender crumb, this classic dessert gets its signature lightness from the combination of cornstarch and all-purpose flour. Infused with a delicate hint of vanilla and topped with a dusting of powdered sugar, it’s the perfect treat for any occasion, whether paired with coffee during a cozy afternoon or as a stunning centerpiece at a family gathering. Ready in just over an hour, this sand cake recipe offers easy-to-follow steps and a flawless finish every time, making it ideal for home bakers looking to create a bakery-quality dessert.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams Unsalted butter
- 200 grams Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 3 pieces Large eggs
- 250 grams All-purpose flour
- 50 grams Cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 50 milliliters Milk
- 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F). Grease a 9-inch (23cm) round cake pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, cream the unsalted butter and granulated sugar together using a hand or stand mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 3–4 minutes.
Add the vanilla extract and the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition until fully incorporated.
In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, and baking powder. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, beating on low speed until just combined.
Slowly incorporate the milk into the batter, stirring gently until smooth and no lumps remain.
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan, spreading it out evenly with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 50–55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Once cooled, dust the top of the cake with powdered sugar before serving.
Slice and enjoy your perfect Sand Cake with a cup of tea or coffee!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3996 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 232.9 g | 299% | |
| Saturated Fat | 130.5 g | 652% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1116 mg | 372% | |
| Sodium | 724 mg | 31% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 459.6 g | 167% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.2 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 218.6 g | ||
| Protein | 47.5 g | 95% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.6 mcg | 18% | |
| Calcium | 238 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 14.8 mg | 82% | |
| Potassium | 620 mg | 13% | |
*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.
