Moist Vanilla Cake Delight (Printable Format)
Delightfully moist vanilla cake with a golden crust, simple to prepare and great for gatherings.
# What You Need:
→ Dry Ingredients
01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1 cup granulated sugar
03 - 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
04 - ¼ teaspoon salt
→ Wet Ingredients
05 - 1 cup whole milk
06 - ½ cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
07 - 2 large eggs
08 - 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
→ Optional Topping
09 - 2 tablespoons coarse sugar or sprinkles
# How-To Steps:
01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease and flour an 8-inch square or round cake pan.
02 - Whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl.
03 - In a separate bowl, whisk the milk, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
04 - Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and gently mix until just combined, avoiding overmixing.
05 - Transfer the batter into the prepared pan, spreading it evenly. Optionally, sprinkle with coarse sugar or sprinkles.
06 - Bake for 30 to 35 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
07 - Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then move to a wire rack until completely cooled before slicing and serving.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- This cake is incredibly moist yet light, giving you the perfect balance for any sweet craving.
- The vanilla aroma fills your kitchen in the most comforting way, making every bake feel like a warm hug.
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- Don't overmix the batter or the cake might turn out dense instead of fluffy.
- Using whole milk and pure vanilla extract truly elevates the flavor beyond any shortcut.
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- Room temperature ingredients blend more evenly, giving you a smoother batter.
- Letting the cake rest before slicing keeps the texture perfect and avoids crumbling.