INGREDIENTS
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 4 large eggs, at room temperature
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/2 tsp lemon zest (optional)
Recipe
- Step 1: Preheat the Oven
- - Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan or line it with parchment paper.
- Step 2: Prepare the Dry Ingredients
- - In a small bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- Step 3: Beat the Eggs
- - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs and granulated sugar until.
- - the mixture becomes light and fluffy, about 5-7 minutes. You can use an electric mixer for this step.
- Step 4: Add Wet Ingredients
- - Stir in the melted butter, vanilla extract, and lemon zest (if using), mixing until fully combined.
- Step 5: Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients
- - Gradually fold the sifted dry ingredients into the wet ingredients using a spatula or spoon.
- - Be gentle to avoid deflating the batter. If the batter is too thick.
- - you can add the milk a little at a time until the batter reaches a smooth consistency.
- Step 6: Bake the Cake
- - Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- - Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
- Step 7: Cool the Cake
- - Once the cake is baked, remove it from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
- - Then, transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Step 8: Serve and Enjoy
- - Once the cake has cooled, serve it as is or decorate it with frosting, whipped cream, or fresh fruit for extra flavor.