Description
“Mom’s Best Cake” is the ultimate comfort dessert that brings together the perfect combination of soft, fluffy cake with a rich, buttery flavor. Whether it’s for a birthday, family gathering, or just because, this cake is sure to delight everyone who tries it. It’s simple to make, yet absolutely delicious, offering that nostalgic homemade goodness.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup milk
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
For the frosting:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3–4 cups powdered sugar (depending on desired thickness)
- 2–3 tablespoons milk (more if needed)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Prepare the Cake: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking pan, or line with parchment paper.
- Mix Wet Ingredients:
In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract. - Add Dry Ingredients:
In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with milk. Begin and end with the flour mixture. Mix until just combined (do not overmix). - Bake the Cake:
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. - Cool:
Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely. - Prepare the Frosting:
While the cake is cooling, make the frosting by creaming together the softened butter and powdered sugar in a mixing bowl. Add milk, one tablespoon at a time, until you reach the desired consistency. Stir in vanilla extract and a pinch of salt. - Frost the Cake:
Once the cake is completely cool, spread the frosting evenly over the top. Slice, serve, and enjoy!
Notes
- Cake Variations: You can add chocolate chips, fruit (like blueberries or raspberries), or a bit of cinnamon to the batter for different flavor variations.
- Frosting Options: For a chocolate version, you can add cocoa powder to the frosting or make a simple chocolate ganache.
- Storage: This cake keeps well for 3-4 days at room temperature in an airtight container, or up to 5 days in the fridge.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 50mg