Ingredients
For the Cake:
▢ 1 cup all-purpose flour
▢ 1 teaspoon baking powder
▢ 1/4 teaspoon salt
▢ 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
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▢ 3/4 cup granulated sugar
▢ 2 large eggs
▢ 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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▢ 1/2 cup milk
For the Frosting:
▢ 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
▢ 2 cups powdered sugar
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▢ 1-2 tablespoons milk
▢ 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Prepare the Oven and Pan:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Grease and flour an 8-inch square baking pan, or line it with parchment paper.
Mix Dry Ingredients:
In a medium bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
Cream Butter and Sugar:
In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
Add Eggs and Vanilla:
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
Combine with Dry Ingredients and Milk:
Alternately add the dry ingredients and milk to the butter mixture, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
Bake the Cake:
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Remove from the oven and let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Make the Frosting:
For the frosting, beat the butter until smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar, beating until light and fluffy.
Add milk and vanilla extract, adjusting the consistency with more milk or sugar as needed until it is smooth and spreadable.
Frost the Cake:
Once the cake is completely cool, spread the frosting evenly over the top.
Serve:
Cut into squares and serve. Garnish with sprinkles or edible flowers for a special touch.