Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk (or regular milk with 1 tbsp vinegar)
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- Optional: powdered sugar for dusting or fresh berries for serving
Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8×8-inch (or similar) baking pan.
2️⃣ Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3️⃣ Combine wet ingredients: In another bowl, beat the eggs, then whisk in the buttermilk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
4️⃣ Combine: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently stir until just combined — do not overmix.
5️⃣ Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly. Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
6️⃣ Cool & serve: Let the cake cool slightly in the pan. Dust with powdered sugar or top with berries if you like. Slice, serve warm, and enjoy!
If you’d like, I can help you adapt this for different flavors (like lemon or cinnamon) — just say the word! 🍰✨