Ingredients
Method
Prepare the Cake
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Add softened butter, eggs, vanilla extract, and milk to the dry ingredients. Mix until smooth.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Prepare the Frosting
- In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy.
- Gradually add powdered sugar, mixing until well combined.
- Add vanilla extract and milk, mixing until the frosting is smooth and spreadable.
Assemble the Cake
- Once the cake is completely cool, spread the frosting evenly over the top and sides of the cake.
- Decorate with sprinkles or fruit as desired.
Nutrition
Notes
For added flavor, you can incorporate lemon zest or almond extract into the batter.
