Cake By The Slice Recipe

Baking Directions

1. 1

   Preheat the Oven

   Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

2. 2

   Mix Dry Ingredients

   In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.

3. 3

   Cream Butter and Sugar

   In a separate bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.

4. 4

   Add Eggs and Vanilla

   Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.

5. 5

   Combine Mixtures

   Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with milk. Mix until just combined.

6. 6

   Add Food Coloring (Optional)

   If desired, add food coloring to achieve your preferred color and mix well.

7. 7

   Bake the Cake

   Pour the batter into a greased cake pan and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

8. 8

   Cool and Slice

   Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.