Nothing says “celebration” quite like a freshly-baked cake. Whether you’re hosting a birthday party, anniversary dinner, or just a casual get-together, a homemade cake is always a welcome treat. Making a cake may seem intimidating, but with the right recipe and a few tips and tricks, you can whip up a delicious cake in no time. Here is a simple and classic white cake recipe that is sure to be a hit!
Ingredients:
– 2 1/4 cups of all-purpose flour
– 2 teaspoons of baking powder
– 1/2 teaspoon of salt
– 1/2 cup (1 stick) of butter, softened
– 1 1/2 cups of white sugar
– 2 eggs
– 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
– 1 cup of milk
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour two 8-inch round cake pans.
2. In a medium bowl, combine the flour, baking powder and salt.
3. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture alternately with the milk, beating until smooth after each addition.
5. Divide the batter between the prepared pans.
6. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes in the preheated oven, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
7. Allow cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes before inverting onto a cooling rack.
Enjoy your delicious homemade cake!
