✔ Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
✔ Grease a 9-inch round cake pan (or line with parchment paper).
2️⃣ Mix the Dry Ingredients
✔ In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3️⃣ Cream the Butter & Sugar
✔ In a separate bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
✔ Add eggs one at a time, beating after each addition.
✔ Stir in vanilla extract.
✅ Creaming the butter well makes the cake soft & airy!
4️⃣ Combine & Bake
✔ Add half the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, then pour in half the milk.
✔ Repeat, mixing until just combined (do NOT overmix!).
✔ Pour batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
✔ Bake for 30-35 minutes (or 20 minutes for cupcakes) until golden brown.
✅ A toothpick inserted in the center should come out clean!
5️⃣ Cool & Serve!
✔ Let the cake cool for 10 minutes, then remove from the pan.
✔ Dust with powdered sugar, glaze, or frosting.
✔ Serve warm or at room temperature with tea, coffee, or fresh fruit!
✅ Enjoy the softest, most delicious cake—no special occasion needed!
🔥 Variations & Customization
🔹 Chocolate Lovers – Add ½ cup cocoa powder for a rich chocolate cake. 🍫
🔹 Berry Bliss – Fold in fresh raspberries or blueberries for a fruity twist. 🍓
🔹 Cinnamon Sugar Swirl – Mix in 1 teaspoon cinnamon & brown sugar swirl. 🍯
🔹 Lemon Vanilla Cake – Add zest of 1 lemon for a citrusy burst. 🍋
🥡 Storage & Tips
✔ Store at room temp in an airtight container for 3 days.
✔ Refrigerate for up to 5 days—bring to room temp before serving.
✔ Freeze for up to 2 months—thaw before enjoying.
✅ Best fresh, but still delicious the next day!
🏆 Final Thoughts: A Cake You’ll Want to Bake Again & Again!
This soft, fluffy, and perfectly sweet cake is so simple and delicious that you’ll find yourself baking it multiple times a week. Perfect for anytime cravings, family gatherings, or a quick dessert fix!
💡 Will you try this recipe? Let me know how it turns out! 🍰
