Ruth's Good Cake
Discover the timeless charm of "Ruth's Good Cake," a classic vanilla dessert that combines simplicity with elegance. This homemade cake recipe features a tender, moist crumb created by the perfect blend of all-purpose flour, creamy unsalted butter, and farm-fresh eggs. Enhanced with a touch of pure vanilla extract and whole milk, the batter bakes to golden perfection in just 40 minutes. Ideal for everything from casual gatherings to special celebrations, this versatile cake can be dressed up with your favorite frosting or enjoyed plain for its understated, buttery sweetness. With a quick 20-minute prep time and basic pantry staples, "Ruth's Good Cake" is the ultimate go-to recipe for bakers of all levels. Let this delightful classic become a cherished addition to your dessert repertoire!
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Ingredients
- 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 1 cup Unsalted butter
- 2 cups Granulated sugar
- 4 units Large eggs
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 1 cup Whole milk
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking pan or two 9-inch round cake pans.
Step 2
In a medium bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
Step 3
In a large mixing bowl, cream the unsalted butter and granulated sugar together using an electric mixer on medium speed, until light and fluffy (about 3-4 minutes).
Step 4
Add the eggs to the creamed butter mixture one at a time, beating well after each addition. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed.
Step 5
Mix in the vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
Step 6
Reduce the mixer speed to low and begin alternating additions of the dry ingredients and whole milk to the wet ingredients. Start and end with the dry ingredients, mixing just until combined. (Do not overmix to ensure a tender cake.)
Step 7
Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pan(s). Smooth the top with a spatula to create an even surface.
Step 8
Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Step 9
Once baked, remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan(s) for 10 minutes. Then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 10
Frost with your favorite frosting or enjoy it plain!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1276.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3893.8 |
| Total Fat 126.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 67.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g | |
| Cholesterol 1021.3mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2472.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 649.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 8.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 413.4g | |
| Protein 63.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 267.4IU | 0% |
| Calcium 478.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 17.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1005.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories