With This Cake, You Will Forget All Kinds of Cakes: A Slice of Nostalgia and Comfort
This moist, buttery cake is simple but unforgettable. With its delicate crumb and perfect balance of sweetness, it’s the kind of dessert that makes you forget all other cakes you’ve had before. Whether served plain or with a light dusting of powdered sugar, this cake brings warmth, nostalgia, and comfort with every bite. A timeless classic that will never go out of style.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 8-10 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 200 grams all-purpose flour
- 150 grams granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 100 grams unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 100 milliliters whole milk
- 50 grams sour cream
- 50 grams dark chocolate, melted (optional for added richness)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven and Prepare the Pan: Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease and flour an 8-inch round cake pan, or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
- Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- Cream the Butter and Eggs: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter with an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter-egg mixture, alternating with the milk and sour cream. Start and end with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
- Optional: Add Melted Chocolate: If using melted chocolate, gently fold it into the batter. This step will add extra richness to the cake.
- Bake the Cake: Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and spread it out evenly. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before removing it and transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Serve and Enjoy: Once the cake has cooled, slice and enjoy! You can serve it as is or with a dusting of powdered sugar or whipped cream for added indulgence.
Notes
- Ensure the butter is softened before starting to mix for smooth incorporation into the batter.
- For a richer taste, you can substitute sour cream with Greek yogurt.
- You can add a little cinnamon or nutmeg to the dry ingredients for a warm, spiced twist.
- If you use melted chocolate, be sure it’s not too hot when added to the batter, as it could alter the cake’s texture.