Ingredients
🥄 4 large eggs
🥄 1 cup granulated sugar
🥄 1 cup whole milk
🥄 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
🥄 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
🥄 1 cup all-purpose flour, sifted
🥄 1 teaspoon baking powder
Instructions
👨🍳 Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch round cake pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
👨🍳 In a large bowl, whisk together eggs and sugar until pale and thick.
👨🍳 Add milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract; mix well.
👨🍳 Slowly pour in sifted flour and baking powder. Fold gently until no dry bits remain.
👨🍳 Pour batter into prepared pan and smooth the top.
👨🍳 Tap pan gently on counter to release air bubbles.
👨🍳 Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into center comes out clean.
👨🍳 Cool completely in pan before turning out onto a serving plate.
👨🍳 Carve desired shapes (clocks, hearts, squares) using a sharp knife.
👨🍳 Dust lightly with powdered sugar for visual appeal.
Notes
For best results, use cold butter and avoid overmixing the batter. Store in airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 20
- Sodium: 180
- Fat: 14
- Carbohydrates: 42
- Fiber: 4
- Protein: 12