Everyday Cake Recipe
Description:
Adapted from a recipe by Dorothy Garlock, featured in her book Midnight Blue, this delightful cake is perfect as either a snack or a dessert, as it was lovingly made by the characters Mara and Brita in the story.
Recipe Category: Dessert
Keywords: Lunch/Snacks, < 60 Mins
Total Time: 35 minutes
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 9
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Sweet unsalted butter | 2/3 cup |
| Granulated sugar | 1 1/2 cups |
| Eggs | 2 |
| Vanilla | 1 tsp |
| Fresh nutmeg (grated) | 1/8 tsp |
| All-purpose flour | 2 1/2 cups |
| Baking powder | 2 tsp |
| Milk | 2/3 cup |
| Powdered sugar | To dust |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 405.9 |
| Total Fat | 15.8 g |
| Saturated Fat | 9.5 g |
| Cholesterol | 85.7 mg |
| Sodium | 107.7 mg |
| Total Carbohydrates | 61.1 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.9 g |
| Sugars | 33.6 g |
| Protein | 5.7 g |
Instructions:
- Begin by creaming together the sweet unsalted butter and granulated sugar in a mixing bowl until the mixture is light and fluffy, which will create a beautiful base for your cake.
- Incorporate the eggs one at a time, ensuring each egg is fully beaten into the mixture before adding the next, which will help achieve a smooth batter.
- Stir in the vanilla extract and grate in a little fresh nutmeg, allowing the warm, aromatic flavors to infuse the mixture.
- In a separate bowl, combine the dry ingredients: all-purpose flour and baking powder, ensuring they are well mixed before integrating them into the wet mixture.
- Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk, using a wooden spoon to mix gently. Start with a portion of the flour, then add some milk, and repeat this process until all the ingredients are combined, taking care to beat after each addition to ensure a well-blended batter.
- Pour the batter into a greased 9-inch square cake pan, spreading it evenly to prepare for baking.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, indicating that the cake is fully baked.
- Once baked, let the cake cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely. Cut into squares and dust generously with powdered sugar before serving to add a lovely finishing touch.
This everyday cake is sure to become a beloved addition to your recipe repertoire, perfect for sharing during lunch or as a sweet treat to enjoy any time of day.
