Description
This Melt-in-Your-Mouth Cake is a soft, buttery, and budget-friendly dessert that truly lives up to its name. Made with simple pantry ingredients, it’s light, fluffy, and irresistibly tender — perfect for any occasion, from afternoon tea to family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups (250 g) all-purpose flour
- 1½ tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar
- ½ cup (115 g) unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup (240 ml) milk (whole milk preferred)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- Optional Glaze or Topping: ½ cup (60 g) powdered sugar, 1–2 tbsp milk or lemon juice
- Fresh berries, whipped cream, or powdered sugar for serving
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease your 9×9-inch baking pan and line with parchment paper if desired.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2–3 minutes.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the butter mixture in three parts, alternating with milk. Start and end with the dry ingredients. Mix on low speed or stir gently until smooth. Avoid overmixing.
- Pour the batter into your prepared pan and spread evenly. Tap lightly to remove air bubbles.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. The top should be golden and springy.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with glaze before serving.
Notes
- Use room-temperature ingredients for smooth batter.
- Do not overmix the batter to keep the cake light and fluffy.
- Measure flour correctly by spooning it into the cup and leveling.
- Add lemon or orange zest for brighter flavor.
- Replace ¼ cup of milk with sour cream or yogurt for extra richness.
- Ensure the pan is greased to prevent sticking.
- Allow the cake to cool before cutting for best texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Homemade
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Fat: 11g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g