Description
This delightful Spring Cake recipe celebrates the sweetness and joy of the season with a light, fluffy texture and a classic vanilla flavor. Perfect for gatherings, this cake combines simple ingredients to create a comforting dessert that pairs beautifully with fresh springtime flavors.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup milk
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Other Ingredients
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it reaches the perfect temperature for baking.
- Prepare Pans: Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans to prevent sticking and allow for easy removal of the cakes after baking.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, use a mixer to cream the softened unsalted butter and sugar together until light and fluffy, which helps create a tender texture.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs, one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract, mixing well after each addition to combine thoroughly.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening agent and seasoning.
- Mix Batter: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix gently until just combined to avoid overmixing which can toughen the cake.
- Divide Batter: Pour the prepared batter evenly into the two greased and floured cake pans, smoothing the tops with a spatula.
- Bake: Place the pans in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, indicating the cakes are fully baked.
- Cool Cakes: Remove the cakes from the oven and let them cool in the pans for 10 minutes. Then transfer the cakes to wire racks to cool completely before frosting or serving.
Notes
- Ensure the butter is softened to room temperature for easier creaming with sugar.
- Do not overmix the batter after adding flour to maintain a tender crumb.
- For extra spring flair, consider decorating with fresh edible flowers or a light fruit glaze.
- Make sure the eggs are at room temperature to help the batter mix evenly.
- Use a toothpick test to avoid overbaking and dryness.
