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Delicious Easter recipe for a crowd-pleasing dish at your holiday table.

Easter Cake

This Classic Easter Cake is a delightful, easy-to-make dessert that adds warmth and flavor to your holiday celebrations.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert, Holiday
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened Make sure the butter is softened but not melted.
  • 2 large eggs Can be replaced with applesauce or flaxseed mixture for a vegan option.
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • a pinch salt

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large 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 vanilla extract.
  5. In another bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  6. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, alternating with the milk.
  7. Pour the batter into a greased baking dish.
Baking
  1. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  2. Let it cool before serving.

Notes

Dust with powdered sugar or top with whipped cream or fresh fruit. Stores well in the refrigerator for up to three days, or freeze for up to three months. Consider adding lemon zest or almond extract for richer flavor. Avoid overmixing the batter to maintain a light texture.