Incredibly Delicious Italian Cream Cake

Ingredients and Weight:

1. Cake flour - 2 cups (250 grams)
2. Unsalted butter - 1 cup (225 grams)
3. Sugar - 1½ cups (300 grams)
4. Eggs - 4 large
5. Vanilla extract - 1 teaspoon
6. Heavy cream - 1 cup (240 milliliters)
7. Baking powder - 1 teaspoon
8. Salt - ½ teaspoon

Preparation Time:

• Preparation: 30 minutes
• Cooking: 45 minutes
• Total: 1 hour 15 minutes

Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large bowl, combine the cake flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix well and set aside.
3. In a separate bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Add eggs one by one, beating well after each addition. Add the vanilla extract and mix.
5. Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter-egg mixture, alternating with the heavy cream. Mix until just combined.
6. Pour the batter into a greased and floured 8-inch round cake pan.
7. Bake for 45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Allow the cake to cool before removing from the pan and serving.

Nutritional Information: (Based on the given ingredients)

• Calories: Approximately 450 calories per serving (assuming no additional sugar or frosting)
• Fat: 24 grams
• Carbohydrates: 56 grams
• Protein: 5 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Rich and creamy texture
• Vanilla flavor balanced with the buttery taste of the cake
• Moist and tender crumb
• Suitable for American taste due to its classic vanilla flavor and texture

User Comments:

1. "This is an amazing cake! The texture is so moist and creamy."
2. "The flavor combination of vanilla and butter is perfect."
3. "This cake is a great choice for a special occasion."
4. "The preparation method is quite simple and straightforward."
5. "A must-try for any cake lover!"

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use unsalted butter to control the saltiness of the cake. If using salted butter, reduce the salt in the flour mixture accordingly.
• Be sure to cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy to achieve a creamy texture in the cake.
• Do not overmix the batter to prevent a tough cake.
• For best results, use fresh eggs and quality ingredients.