eating cake
Indulge in the joy of eating cake naturally! Discover delightful recipes that bring smiles to every occasion. 🍰✨
Equipment
- 2 Cake pans Greased and ready for batter
- 1 Mixing bowl For mixing dry and wet ingredients
- 1 Whisk For blending dry ingredients
- 1 Spatula For folding batter
- 1 Oven Preheated to 350°F (175°C)
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour Provides structure
- 1.5 cups granulated sugar Sweetens and helps with browning
- 2 teaspoons baking powder Leavening agent
- 0.5 teaspoon salt Enhances flavor
Wet Ingredients
- 0.5 cups unsalted butter Adds richness
- 3 large eggs Binds ingredients
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract Flavor enhancer
- 1 cup milk Adds moisture
- 0.5 cups cocoa powder For chocolate flavor (optional)
- 0.25 cups vegetable oil Keeps cake moist
Instructions
Step 1: Gather Your Ingredients
- Collect flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, eggs, milk, vanilla extract, and butter. Don’t forget your favorite frosting!
Step 2: Preheat Your Oven
- Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) so it’s nice and warm when your batter is ready.
Step 3: Mix Dry Ingredients
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. This helps everything blend smoothly!
Step 4: Cream Butter and Sugar
- In a separate bowl, beat softened butter and sugar until fluffy. It should look light and inviting!
Step 5: Add Eggs and Vanilla
- Crack in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each. Stir in the vanilla extract for that lovely aroma.
Step 6: Combine Mixtures
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with milk. Mix until just combined.
Step 7: Pour Batter into Pans
- Divide the batter evenly between greased cake pans. Smooth the tops for a beautiful finish!
Step 8: Bake the Cake
- Place the pans in the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes. Keep an eye on them; they’ll be golden and delicious!
Step 9: Cool the Cakes
- Once baked, let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
Step 10: Frost and Decorate
- Once cooled, spread your favorite frosting generously on top. Get creative with sprinkles or fruits!
Step 11: Slice and Enjoy!
- Cut a slice, serve it up, and watch the joy unfold as everyone digs in!