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Introduction
Craving something sweet but don’t have hours to spare in the kitchen? This incredibly tasty and quick cake is the perfect solution! With a soft, moist texture and rich flavor, it rivals any store-bought cake while being made with simple ingredients you likely already have at home. Whether you’re serving it with tea, coffee, or as an after-dinner dessert, this cake is sure to impress. Plus, it’s so easy to make that even beginners can achieve bakery-quality results in no time!
Ingredients
To prepare this delightful cake, you will need:
For the Cake:
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
¼ teaspoon salt
2 large eggs
1 cup milk (or buttermilk for extra softness)
½ cup melted butter (or vegetable oil)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 tablespoon lemon zest (optional for a citrusy twist)
For the Glaze (Optional but Recommended):
1 cup powdered sugar
2 tablespoons milk or lemon juice
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Directions
Preheat the Oven – Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan or line it with parchment paper.
Prepare the Batter – In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. In another bowl, mix the eggs, milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until well combined.
Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients – Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry mixture, stirring gently until smooth. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the cake dense instead of light and fluffy.
Bake the Cake – Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top. Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Cool and Glaze – Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack. If using the glaze, mix the powdered sugar, milk (or lemon juice), and vanilla extract, then drizzle over the cooled cake.
Serving and Storage Tips
Serving – Enjoy this cake warm or at room temperature with a cup of tea, coffee, or even a scoop of ice cream.
Storage – Keep the cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, refrigerate for up to a week or freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw frozen cake slices at room temperature before serving.
Variations
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