How to Bake the Perfect Cake

Baking a cake can be a daunting task, but with a few simple steps, you can create a delicious and beautiful dessert that will impress your friends and family. In this post, we’ll go over the basics of baking a cake, including ingredients, equipment, and techniques.

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup milk

Equipment

• Mixing bowls
• Electric mixer or whisk
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Cake pan (9-inch round or square pan works well)
• Oven
• Cooling rack

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Grease and flour your cake pan.
2. In a medium mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
3. In a separate mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. Add the eggs, one at a time, and mix well. Stir in the vanilla extract.
4. Slowly add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk. Mix until just combined.
5. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth out the top.
6. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
7. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then remove it from the pan and transfer it to a cooling rack to cool completely.
8. Once cooled, you can frost and decorate your cake as desired.

And that’s it! With these simple steps, you can bake a delicious and beautiful cake that will impress your friends and family. Don’t be afraid to experiment with different flavors and decorations to make your cake unique. Happy baking!