Simple Snowflake Cake
Simple Snowflake Cake is a nostalgic dessert that evokes childhood memories with each fluffy bite. Featuring soft, buttery layers that melt in your mouth, this cake serves as an ideal centerpiece for any celebration. Its light sweetness and airy texture make it perfect for dressing up with frosting or fresh fruit, ensuring everyone at your gathering will be asking for seconds. Easy to prepare and highly customizable, this delightful treat is sure to create cherished moments.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup whole milk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two round cake pans.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
- In another bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 3 minutes).
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture alternately with milk until just combined.
- Divide the batter between prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cakes to cool for 10 minutes in pans before transferring them to wire racks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (80g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 75mg