Description
Experience the delightful nostalgia of a Vintage Cake, a classic recipe that brings the warmth of Grandma’s kitchen to your home. This simple yet flavorful cake is perfect for any occasion, embodying cherished memories with every slice.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- Optional: spices (nutmeg, cinnamon), nuts, or dried fruits
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, followed by the vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour and baking powder.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture alternately with the milk, mixing until just combined.
- Pour the batter into a greased and floured cake pan.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a wooden skewer comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Frost with your favorite frosting (buttercream, cream cheese, or ganache) once completely cooled.
- Decorate as desired and serve.
Notes
- Use room temperature ingredients for better mixing.
- Accurately measure your ingredients for consistent results.
- Avoid overmixing to prevent a tough cake.
- Allow the cake to cool completely before frosting.
- Feel free to experiment with variations, such as adding jams or different frosting flavors.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320 Kcal
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg