Ingredients
– 2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
– ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
– 1 cup whole milk
– 3 large eggs
– 1 tablespoon baking powder
– 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
– ½ teaspoon salt
Equipment Needed
– 9×13 inch baking pan
– Mixing bowls
– Electric mixer or whisk
– Rubber spatula
– Measuring cups and spoons
– Cooling rack
Step-by-Step Instructions
First things first, let’s preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). While it’s warming up, I like to prepare my baking pan by greasing it with butter or non-stick spray to ensure my cake comes out perfectly. In a large mixing bowl, I combine the softened butter and granulated sugar, blending them together until the mixture is light and fluffy. This is where the magic begins! The smell of sugar and butter creaming together is undeniably satisfying. (See the next page below to continue steps…)