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Old-Fashioned Butter Cake Recipe

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This classic Old-Fashioned Butter Cake is a timeless recipe that has stood the test of time, delivering a tender, flavorful cake with every bite. Topped with a rich and decadent chocolate frosting, this cake is perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or anytime you’re craving a nostalgic dessert

Ingredients

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  1. For the Butter Cake:
    • 2 cups all-purpose flour, sifted
    • 1 1/4 cup sugar
    • 1 tablespoon baking powder
    • 1 teaspoon salt
    • 1/2 cup butter, softened
    • 1 cup milk
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • 2 eggs

    For the “Perfectly Chocolate” Frosting:

    1. 1 stick (1/2 cup) butter or margarine
    2. 2/3 cup Hershey’s cocoa
    3. 3 cups powdered sugar (confectioners’ sugar)
    4. 1/3 cup milk (plus a few extra drops for consistency)
    5. 1 teaspoon vanilla

Instructions

For the Butter Cake:

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 8-inch round cake pans and set them aside.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Add softened butter, milk, and vanilla extract. Use a hand mixer to beat the mixture for 2 minutes, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.
  4. Add eggs to the batter and continue beating for 2 more minutes.
  5. Divide the batter equally between the prepared pans and smooth the tops.
  6. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Remove from the oven and let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes. Then, turn the cakes out onto a cooling rack to cool completely.

For the “Perfectly Chocolate” Frosting:

  1. In a saucepan, melt 1/2 cup butter over medium heat.
  2. Stir in the Hershey’s cocoa until smooth and combined.
  3. Gradually add powdered sugar and milk, alternating between them, until the frosting reaches a spreadable consistency. Add a few extra drops of milk if needed.
  4. Stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
  5. Once the cakes are completely cool, frost the cakes with the chocolate frosting.

Notes

  • The frosting recipe yields about 2 cups, perfect for generously frosting the cake.
  • You can substitute the butter for margarine if preferred.
  • For a smoother frosting, add a little extra milk to reach your desired consistency.

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