Vanilla Loaf Cake

Ingredients

1½ cups (190g) all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon baking powder

¼ teaspoon salt

¾ cup (170g) unsalted butter, softened

1 cup (200g) sugar

3 large eggs (room temperature)

½ cup (120ml) milk

2 teaspoons vanilla extract

lInstructions

1. Preheat Oven:
Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F). Grease and line a loaf pan with parchment paper.

2. Mix Dry Ingredients:
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

3. Cream Butter and Sugar:
In a large mixing bowl, beat butter and sugar using a hand or stand mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy (about 3–4 minutes).

4. Add Eggs and Vanilla:
Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
Then mix in the vanilla extract.

5. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:
Gradually add the dry ingredients in two parts, alternating with the milk.
Mix gently after each addition until just combined — do not overmix.

6. Bake the Cake:
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top evenly.
Bake for 45–50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

7. Cool the Cake:
Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then remove and place it on a wire rack to cool completely.

Optional Frosting

Top with vanilla buttercream or cream cheese frosting and colorful sprinkles for a festive look!