Why This Cake Wins

• Simple – no mixer, no fuss.
• Moist & Tender – perfect texture every time.
• Make-Ahead – bake ahead, frost the night before.
• Celebration-Ready – looks great on any table.

Ingredient Spotlight

• 2 cups all-purpose flour – reliable and widely available.
• 1 cup granulated sugar – sweetness and structure.
• 1 tsp baking powder – helps the rise.
• ½ tsp salt – balances the flavors.
• 4 large eggs – adds structure and color.
• 1 tsp vanilla extract – classic flavor.
• 1 cup milk – adds to the moisture.
• 1 cup unsalted butter – adds richness.
• 1 cup whipped cream – for frosting.
• Rainbow sprinkles – for decoration.

Step-by-Step Method

1. Preheat oven to 350°F / 175°C. Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking pan.
2. Mix dry: In a bowl, whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
3. Wet mix: In another bowl, beat butter and milk until smooth.
4. Combine: Add wet to dry, mix in eggs one at a time.
5. Bake: Pour into pan and bake for 30-35 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
6. Cool: Let cool completely before frosting.

Flavor Twists

• Chocolate: Add cocoa powder to the batter.
• Lemon: Add lemon zest to the batter and frosting.
• Matcha: Use matcha tea to infuse the batter.
• Cinnamon: Sprinkle cinnamon in the batter and frosting.

Storage & Make-Ahead

• Room Temp: Airtight 3 days.
• Fridge: 5 days; frost the night before.
• Freeze: Wrap unfrosted cake 2 months; thaw and frost.

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