Ingredients and Weight: - 1 1/2 cups (180 grams) unsalted butter, softened - 1 1/2 cups (300 grams) granulated sugar - 3 large eggs - 1 1/2 cups (180 grams) all-purpose flour - 1 teaspoon baking powder - 1/4 teaspoon baking soda - 1/2 teaspoon salt - 1 cup (240 ml) milk - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 30-35 minutes
Difficulty Level: 2 (Easy)
Preparation Method Steps: 1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan. 2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. 3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract. 4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. 5. Alternately add the dry ingredients and the milk to the butter mixture, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Beat until just combined. 6. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. 7. Let cool for 10 minutes in the pan before inverting onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutritional Information: - Calories: 280 per slice - Total Fat: 15 grams - Saturated Fat: 9 grams - Cholesterol: 75 milligrams - Sodium: 140 milligrams - Carbohydrates: 35 grams - Protein: 4 grams
Dish Characteristics: - Light and fluffy - Tender crumb - Sweet and buttery - Suitable for all occasions
User Comments: - "This cake was a hit at my dinner party! It was so easy to make and turned out perfectly." - "The vanilla flavor was subtle and not overpowering." - "I love that this cake is not too dense, but still has a rich texture." - "I added some sliced strawberries to the batter, which gave it a beautiful color and extra sweetness." - "This cake is perfect for any level of baker, from beginners to experienced."
Special Precautions and Tips: - Do not overbeat the batter, as this can result in a tough cake. - If you do not have buttermilk, you can make your own by adding 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or white vinegar to 1 cup of regular milk. - Let the cake cool completely before frosting, as this will prevent the frosting from melting.