Description
Indulge in the delightful Small Vanilla Cake that combines a fluffy texture with rich vanilla flavor. Perfect for gatherings or as a sweet treat at home, this cake brings nostalgia and charm to any occasion. Whether topped with frosting or enjoyed plain, each slice offers a delicious way to create memorable moments with family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup caster sugar
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- ½ cup whole milk
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- 1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a round cake pan.
- 2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- 3. In a larger bowl, beat softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 3 minutes).
- 4. Add eggs one at a time, mixing in the vanilla extract.
- 5. Gradually incorporate half of the dry ingredients followed by half of the milk; repeat until just combined.
- 6. Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- 7. Allow cooling before slicing and serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 55mg