Oh my lord, so delicious and rich! What a keeper!

Cream cheese cake is a delightful dessert that combines the richness of cream cheese with the lightness of cake, resulting in a treat that’s both decadent and satisfying. This versatile dessert is perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a casual family gathering or a special celebration.

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Ingredients:

Ingredient Quantity
All-purpose flour 2 cups
Granulated sugar 1 1/2 cups
Baking powder 1 1/2 teaspoons
Baking soda 1/2 teaspoon
Salt 1/4 teaspoon
Eggs, room temperature 2
Vegetable oil 3/4 cup
Sour cream 1 cup
Vanilla extract 2 teaspoons
Cream cheese, softened 8 ounces

For the Frosting:

Ingredient Quantity
Cream cheese, softened 4 ounces
Unsalted butter, softened 4 tablespoons
Powdered sugar 2 cups
Vanilla extract 1 teaspoon
Milk (or as needed for consistency) 1 tablespoon

Instructions:

  1. Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour your 9×13 inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, beat the eggs, vegetable oil, sour cream, vanilla extract, and softened cream cheese until smooth.
  4. Blend: Gradually blend the wet mixture into the dry ingredients until just combined, avoiding over-mixing.
  5. Pour and Smooth: Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
  6. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Cool: Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before frosting.
  8. Prepare Frosting: In a medium bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese and butter until creamy.
  9. Add Ingredients: Gradually add in the powdered sugar, followed by the vanilla extract, mixing until smooth. Adjust consistency with milk if needed.
  10. Frost the Cake: Spread the frosting evenly over the cooled cake. Slice, serve, and indulge in the creamy goodness!

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