Ingredients:

  • 1 cup (226 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups (400 g) granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 3 cups (360 g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup (240 ml) whole milk
  • Powdered sugar for dusting
  • Fresh berries (strawberries, blueberries) for garnish
  • Whipped cream or ice cream for serving

Instructions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour the cake pan.
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Gradually add dry ingredients to the butter mixture alternately with milk.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
  7. Bake for 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  8. Cool the cake in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.