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Sweet Cakes to Honor Dad

Deliciously sweet cakes perfect for celebrating Dad on special occasions.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Cake Batter
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 tbsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
Frosting
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 tbsp milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
Decoration
  • 1/2 cup sprinkles for topping
  • 4 slices fresh strawberries optional

Method
 

Prepare the Cake
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a cake pan.
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  4. Stir in the milk and vanilla extract.
  5. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
  8. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Make the Frosting
  1. In a mixing bowl, beat together the softened butter and powdered sugar until smooth.
  2. Add the milk and vanilla extract, mixing until the frosting is fluffy and spreadable.
Decorate the Cake
  1. Once the cake is completely cool, spread the frosting evenly over the top.
  2. Top with sprinkles and fresh strawberries if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 3gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This cake is perfect for birthdays, Father's Day, or any celebration to honor Dad.

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