Cake Recipe
Here’s a simple and tasty vanilla cake recipe that’s suitable for any occasion. It’s lightweight, fluffy, and simple to make. You can top it with frosting, fresh fruit, or a sprinkle of powdered sugar.
Ingredients of Cake Recipe:
- 1 ½ cups of maida flour
- 1 cup sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup milk
- 2 teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Optional:
- Add ¼ cup of yogurt or sour cream for added moisture (optional).
- Frosting (buttercream, cream cheese, or any of your choice)
- Decorate with fresh fruits, nuts, or sprinkles.
Instructions of Cake Recipe:
1. Prepare the baking pan:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a round or square cake pan (8 or 9 inches) with butter or oil, then gently flour it or line it with parchment paper.
2. Mix dry ingredients:
- In a medium bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
3. Cream butter and sugar:
- In a large mixing basin, combine the softened butter and sugar with an electric mixer or whisk. Beat for 3-4 minutes, or until the mixture is light and fluffy.
4. Add eggs and vanilla:
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating thoroughly after each addition. Then, add the vanilla essence and mix to combine.
5. Combine dry ingredients and wet ingredients:
- Gradually incorporate the dry flour mixture into the wet components (butter, sugar, eggs), alternating with the milk. Continue and end with the flour mixture. Mix gradually until the batter is smooth and well blended. (If you want to add more moisture, fold in the yogurt or sour cream at this time.)
6. Pour batter into the pan:
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and spread it evenly with a spatula.
7. Bake the cake:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean and the top turns golden brown.
- If the cake is browning too fast, cover it loosely with aluminum foil and continue to bake.
8. Cool the cake:
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, place it on a wire rack to cool entirely before icing or serving.
Tips:
- To get the nicest texture, soften your butter at room temperature.
- If you want to make a layered cake, just double the recipe and bake it in two pans.
- For taste variations, add cocoa powder for a chocolate cake or orange or lemon zest for a citrus twist.
- You can customize this basic cake recipe by adding chocolate chips, fruits, or nuts.
Enjoy your homemade vanilla cake! It’s perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or as a simple treat with a cup of tea or coffee.