Oh my lord, so delicious and rich! What a keeper!
Craving a delightful treat? This cream cheese cake is perfect for any occasion! It features a moist and fluffy cake base bursting with tangy cream cheese flavor, topped with a rich and creamy frosting. This recipe is easy to follow and perfect for baking beginners.
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Cake 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 | 2 (room temperature) |
| vegetable oil | 3/4 cup |
| sour cream | 1 cup |
| vanilla extract | 2 teaspoons |
| cream cheese | 8 ounces (softened) |
Frosting Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| cream cheese | 4 ounces (softened) |
| unsalted butter | 4 tablespoons (softened) |
| powdered sugar | 2 cups |
| vanilla extract | 1 teaspoon |
| milk | 1 tablespoon (or as needed for consistency) |
Instructions:
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Prep and Preheat:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grab a 9×13 inch baking pan. You can either grease and flour it, or for a time-saver, line it with parchment paper.
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Dry Ingredients:
- In a large bowl, whisk together all the dry ingredients for the cake: flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
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Wet Ingredients:
- In a separate bowl, grab your wet ingredients: eggs, vegetable oil, sour cream, vanilla extract, and softened cream cheese. Beat them all together with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy.
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Combine Wet and Dry:
- Slowly add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients in your large bowl. Mix them together until just combined. Be careful not to overmix!
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Bake the Cake:
- Pour the batter into your prepared baking pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Pop the cake in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes.
- Insert a toothpick in the center and make sure it comes out clean before taking the cake out.
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Cool Completely:
- Let the cake cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before frosting it. Patience is key here!
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Make the Frosting:
- In a separate bowl, cream together the softened cream cheese and butter until light and fluffy.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract while mixing until smooth.
- If your frosting is too thick, add milk one tablespoon at a time until it reaches your desired spreading consistency.
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Frost and Enjoy!
- Spread the frosting evenly over the cooled cake. Slice, serve, and enjoy your delicious homemade cream cheese cake!
