✔ Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
✔ Grease and flour an 8-inch square or round cake pan.
✅ Lining with parchment helps with easy removal!
2️⃣ Mix the Dry Ingredients
✔ In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
✅ This ensures an even rise and soft texture!
3️⃣ Cream the Butter & Sugar
✔ In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 2 minutes).
✔ Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each.
✔ Stir in vanilla extract.
✅ This creates a light, airy texture in the cake!
4️⃣ Combine Wet & Dry Ingredients
✔ Gradually add the dry ingredients, alternating with warm milk.
✔ Mix gently until just combined—do not overmix!
✅ The warm milk keeps the cake soft and moist!
5️⃣ Bake to Golden Perfection
✔ Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan.
✔ Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
✔ Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
✅ Golden brown perfection with a soft, fluffy inside!
6️⃣ Optional: Soak with Milk Syrup
✔ Warm 1 cup milk, then stir in condensed milk and butter.
✔ Slowly pour over the cooled cake, letting it absorb for extra richness.
✅ This makes the cake incredibly soft and extra moist!
7️⃣ Serve & Enjoy!
✔ Slice and serve with tea, coffee, or fruit.
✔ Dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with honey for extra sweetness.
✅ Soft, milky, and melt-in-your-mouth good!
🔥 Variations & Customization
🔹 Tres Leches Style – Use evaporated, condensed, and whole milk for extra moistness! 🥛
🔹 Nutty Milk Cake – Add chopped almonds, cashews, or pistachios 🥜
🔹 Coconut Milk Cake – Swap regular milk for coconut milk 🥥
🔹 Chocolate Milk Cake – Add 2 tablespoons cocoa powder for a chocolatey twist! 🍫
🥡 Storage & Freezing Tips
✔ Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temp for 2 days.
✔ Refrigerate for up to 5 days (warm slightly before serving).
✔ Freeze for up to 2 months—thaw overnight before eating.
✅ Tastes even better the next day as the flavors develop!
🏆 Final Thoughts: The Best Simple Milk Cake!
This Milk Cake is soft, buttery, and so easy to make! Whether for breakfast, an afternoon snack, or a comforting dessert, this simple yet delicious cake is always a winner.
