How to Make Simple White Cake - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's something so comforting and classic about a simple white cake. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or just craving a sweet treat, this timeless dessert is sure to please. With its fluffy, tender crumb and delicate vanilla flavor, a good white cake is a staple in any baker's repertoire.

What sets this recipe apart is its simplicity. Using just a handful of basic ingredients, you can create a delicious cake that's perfect for any occasion. Whether you're a novice baker...

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup white sugar
  • ½ cup unsalted butter
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ¾ teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ cup milk

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 1 9-inch square cake

  • Gather all ingredients.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9-inch square cake pan.
  • Cream sugar and butter together in a mixing bowl. Add eggs, one at a time, beating briefly after each addition. Mix in vanilla.
  • Combine flour and baking powder in a separate bowl. Add to the wet ingredients and mix well. Add milk and stir until smooth.
  • Pour batter into the prepared cake pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the top springs back when lightly touched, 30 to 40 minutes.
  • Remove from the oven and cool completely.
  • Enjoy!
  • Nutrition

    209 cal.

    • Total Fat: 9g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Cholesterol: 52mg
    • Sodium: 142mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 29g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 17g
    • Protein: 3g
    • Calcium: 61mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 47mg