Cloud Cake Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 4 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup whole milk
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 cup powdered sugar (for topping)
• Optional: Fresh fruit (berries, mango, etc.) for garnish

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8-inch round cake pan, or line it with parchment paper.
2. Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
3. Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about 3-5 minutes).
4. Eggs and Vanilla: Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Then add the vanilla extract and mix until combined.
5. Alternate Dry and Wet Ingredients: Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk and heavy cream. Start and end with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined – do not overmix.
6. Bake the Cake: Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan. Smooth the top with a spatula. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
7. Cool the Cake: Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
8. Whipped Cream Topping: While the cake cools, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form. You can use a hand mixer or stand mixer for this step.
9. Assemble the Cake: Once the cake is cool, spread the whipped cream topping generously over the cake. Garnish with fresh fruit if desired.
10. Serve and Enjoy: Slice and enjoy your light, airy Cloud Cake!