Description
Bite into bliss with a Fluffy Vanilla Loaf Cake! Light and buttery, this delightful dessert is perfect for any celebration or afternoon tea. Its airy texture and rich flavor will make it a favorite for everyone who tries it.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups All-Purpose Flour
- 2 tsp Baking Powder
- 1/2 tsp Salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter (softened)
- 1 cup Granulated Sugar
- 3 large Eggs
- 2 tsp Vanilla Extract
- 1/2 cup Milk
Instructions
- Preheat Your Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). This ensures your cake bakes evenly and rises perfectly.
- Prepare Your Pan: Grease a loaf pan with butter or non-stick spray and lightly dust it with flour. This prevents the cake from sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and a pinch of salt. This helps to evenly distribute the leavening agents.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a separate bowl, beat the unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. This process incorporates air, giving the cake its fluffiness.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then stir in the vanilla extract for that delicious aroma.
- Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk. Mix until just combined to avoid overmixing.
- Pour Batter into Pan: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula for an even surface.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Your kitchen will smell heavenly!
- Cool and Serve: Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely. This helps set the texture.
Notes
- Room Temperature Ingredients: Ensure your butter, eggs, and milk are at room temperature for better mixing.
- Do Not Overmix: Mix just until combined to keep the cake light and fluffy.
- Check for Doneness: Every oven is different; start checking for doneness a few minutes early.
- Let It Rest: Allow the cake to cool completely before slicing to maintain its texture.
- Experiment with Flavors: Don’t hesitate to try different extracts or mix-ins to make it your own.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: Fluffy Vanilla Loaf Cake, Vanilla Cake, Dessert, Baking, Easy Recipe