VANILLA TEA CAKE

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This simple loaf cake is wonderful with fresh berries and whipped cream. You may not be able to wait a day for it.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups cake flour, plus more for pan
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 pound (2 sticks) unsalted butter, at room temperature, plus more for pan
1 1/2 cups sugar
5 large eggs
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Grease and flour a 10-by-5-by-3-inch loaf pan. Line bottom with parchment paper. With rack in center, heat oven to 325 degrees. Place a baking sheet on the rack to heat. Sift together flour, salt, and baking powder.
  • In an electric mixer with paddle attachment, beat butter on medium speed until light and fluffy, 3 to 4 minutes. Gradually add sugar; beat until creamy. Beat in eggs one at a time. Add vanilla; beat until creamy.
  • With mixer on lowest speed, gradually add flour mixture. Mix just until incorporated.
  • Scrape batter into prepared pan; tap on countertop to settle. Place pan on baking sheet in oven. Bake 1 hour to 1 hour and 15 minutes, until cake is golden on top and a tester inserted into center comes out clean.
  • Let pan cool on a rack for 1 hour. Slide knife around cake to loosen. Invert pan to remove cake, then place upright on rack. When completely cool, wrap tightly in plastic and let stand 24 hours. Serve with fresh mixed berries on the side.

Shantell J
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I'm not a huge fan of vanilla cake, but this recipe was a game-changer. The cake was so moist and fluffy, and the vanilla flavor was perfect. I'll definitely be making this again.


Mr.224 Lu224is
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Meh.


IcyDeluxeDev
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This cake was a breeze to make and turned out beautifully. The vanilla flavor was delicate and sweet, and the crumb was moist and tender. I will definitely be making this again!


Chrisnelyn Sumaya
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I made this cake for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. I've already had to make it again twice. It's so easy to make and the flavor is amazing. I highly recommend this recipe.