Grandmother Higbe's a Cake That Never Fails

Indulge in the timeless charm of “Grandmother Higbe’s A Cake That Never Fails,” a beloved family recipe that lives up to its name. With a moist and tender crumb, this foolproof cake is created using everyday pantry staples like all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and whole milk, making it both accessible and dependable. The secret to its irresistible flavor lies in the creamy richness of softened butter and a splash of pure vanilla extract. Perfectly balanced with just the right touch of sweetness, this versatile cake is easy to prepare with only 15 minutes of prep time and bakes to golden perfection in under 35 minutes. Whether you serve it simply dusted with powdered sugar or adorned with luscious buttercream frosting, this recipe guarantees crowd-pleasing results for birthdays, holidays, or everyday celebrations. Trust in its old-fashioned reliability for a homemade treat that’s sure to become your go-to classic.

Nutriscore Rating: 41/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 2.5 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 4 large eggs
• 1 cup whole milk
• 1.5 teaspoons pure vanilla extract

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 8-inch round cake pans (or a 9x13-inch pan) and set them aside.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set this dry mixture aside.

Step 3

In another large bowl, use a hand or stand mixer to cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 4

Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition to ensure the batter is smooth and well-combined.

Step 5

Mix in the vanilla extract.

Step 6

With the mixer on low speed, alternately add the dry ingredients and the milk to the butter mixture, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix just until combined, being careful not to overmix.

Step 7

Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and smooth the tops with a spatula.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean.

Step 9

Remove the pans from the oven and allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes. Then turn them out onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Frost and decorate as desired. This cake pairs beautifully with a classic buttercream or cream cheese frosting.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1461.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5001.1

Total Fat 222.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 132.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 1289.9mg	0%
Sodium 2719.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 693.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.8g	0%
Total Sugars 413.5g
Protein 72.3g	0%

Vitamin D 271.4IU	0%
Calcium 511.1mg	0%
Iron 20.4mg	0%
Potassium 1080.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 39.5%

Protein: 5.7%

Carbs: 54.8%