Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup plain yogurt or sour cream
- ¼ cup milk
- Optional: powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8-inch square or round baking pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Mix in the yogurt (or sour cream) and milk until combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing just until no flour streaks remain. Do not overmix.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking 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, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Optional: Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Would you like a variation with fruit or glaze?