Simple Cake Recipe
Milky and soft-textured, this easy-to-prepare classic simple cake recipe is made at home.
- Yield
- 8 slices
- Preparation
- Cooking
- Total
- Difficulty
- Easy
The listed times are estimates for 8 slices.
About this recipe
Simple cake; made with basic ingredients such as eggs, sugar, milk, flour, and baking powder, it is one of the most practical recipes for tea time. Beating the eggs with sugar well and not overmixing the batter after adding the flour ensures the cake rises more evenly.
Ingredients
- 3 pieces egg
- 1.25 cups sugar
- 1 cup milk
- 3/4 cup sunflower oil
- 2.5 cups flour
- 1 package baking powder
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 175°C with top and bottom heat. Lightly grease the cake pan.
Beat the eggs and sugar until the mixture is light in color and frothy.
Add the milk and sunflower oil and stir briefly. Add the flour and baking powder and gently stir with a spatula until just combined.
Pour the batter into the pan and bake in a 175°C oven for approximately 35-40 minutes. Remove from the oven when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then remove and slice to serve.
Make this recipe better
Useful tips
- Beat the eggs and sugar until noticeably lighter and fuller in volume to help the cake rise evenly.
- Add the flour gradually and mix only until incorporated so the crumb stays soft rather than tight.
- Preheat the oven fully before baking so the cake begins rising at a stable temperature.
Common mistakes
- Mixing hard for a long time after the flour is added can make the crumb dense.
- Opening the oven door too early can cause a sudden temperature drop and make the center sink.
Storage
Cool the cake completely before covering it. Keep the cut side protected from air to reduce drying.
Serving suggestion
Serve at room temperature. Let the cake cool before slicing so the crumb sets and the pieces cut more cleanly.
Frequently asked questions
Why does a simple cake fail to rise?
Poorly aerated eggs, old baking powder, or an oven that was not fully preheated can all reduce the rise.
Why is the middle still raw?
A very small pan, an oven that is too hot, or removing the cake early can brown the outside before the center is done.