Description
This delicious homemade cake for your boyfriend is the perfect way to show you care. Simple to make with basic ingredients, it’s a sweet treat that’s sure to impress! Ideal for any occasion, this cake can be customized with frosting, berries, or chocolate for a personal touch.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup milk
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup cocoa powder (optional for a chocolate version)
- 1 cup heavy cream (for frosting)
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (for frosting)
- Fresh berries or chocolate chips for decoration (optional)
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8-inch round cake pan or line it with parchment paper.
- Step 2: In a large mixing bowl, combine the butter and sugar. Beat together until light and fluffy. This will take about 3-5 minutes. You can use a hand mixer or stand mixer for the best results.
- Step 3: Add the eggs, one at a time, ensuring each egg is fully incorporated before adding the next. Then, stir in the vanilla extract.
- Step 4: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and cocoa powder (if using). Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
- Step 5: Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Protein: 3g
Keywords: Cake Recipe for Boyfriend