Simple Birthday Cake
A delightful and versatile cake perfect for celebrating special occasions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups sugar
- 4 large eggs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup milk
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Gradually incorporate the flour, baking powder, and salt until just combined.
- Pour the batter into prepared pans.
- Bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, about 25-30 minutes.
- Cool the cakes completely before frosting.
Notes
For best results, use room temperature ingredients and gently fold in dry ingredients.