The Basics Recipe
Make The Basics Recipe in just 50m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). This will ensure that your batter cooks evenly.
- 2
Prepare the Baking Dish
Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray to prevent sticking.
Mixing Ingredients
- 3
Combine Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt until well mixed.
- 4
- 5
Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined; do not overmix. The batter may be lumpy, which is fine.
Baking
- 6
Pour the Batter
Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly.
- 7
Bake
Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Cooling and Serving
- 8
Cool the Baked Item
Once baked, remove from the oven and let the dish cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack.
- 9
Serve
Cut into squares and serve warm or at room temperature. Enjoy your basics!
