Have you ever craved the sweet, comforting taste of a homemade cake? Baking a cake is a delightful way to fill your home with the warmth of the oven and the irresistible scent of a freshly baked treat. It’s a simple pleasure that brings joy to both the baker and those lucky enough to enjoy the result.
In this guide, we’ll take you through the basic steps of cake baking, from gathering the ingredients to the moment you take that first, delicious bite.
You don’t need to be a professional chef or have a fancy kitchen – all you need is a love for the simple joy of making and sharing something sweet.
Things You Will Need
Before you proceed to bake your cake, it’s essential to first gather your ingredients and pre-heat oven to 325. You’ll need the following:
- 1 cup of flour
- 5 cups of sugar
- 10 eggs (at room temperature)
- 25 teaspoons of cream of tartar
- 25 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 25 teaspoon almond extract
- 1/3 cup confectioner’s sugar (for the cake’s top)
How to Bake a Cake
After gathering your ingredients, you can proceed to bake your cake. Here’s how to bake a cake:
Step 1: Mix Cake Flour
Mix 1 cup of cake flour with 1/2 cup of sugar in a bowl and set it aside.
Step 2: Prepare Egg Whites
- Separate egg whites from yolks one at a time in different bowls to avoid mixing yolk with whites.
- Discard the yolks.
- In a mixing bowl, beat the egg whites from 10 eggs until they become stiff.
- Slowly add 1 1/4 teaspoons of cream of tartar and 1/4 teaspoon of salt while continuing to beat for about one minute.
Step 3: Add Sugar and Flavouring
- Gradually add the remaining 1 cup of sugar while still mixing the egg whites.
- Remove the bowl from the mixer and stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract and 1/4 teaspoon of almond extract.
Step 4: Add Flour Mix
Take the cake flour and sugar mix you prepared earlier and fold it into the egg white mixture in 1/2 cup portions.
Step 5: Transfer to Cake Pan and Bake
- Pour the mixture into an ungreased 10-inch tube pan or bundt cake pan.
- Smooth the top.
- Preheat your oven to 325°F and place the cake in the middle of the oven.
- Bake for 50 to 55 minutes or until the top is nicely browned.
Step 6: Cool the Cake
- Remove the cake from the oven and turn it upside down onto a wire rack.
- If the cake doesn’t come out easily, use a spatula to loosen it.
- Let the cake cool for 45 minutes to one hour.
Step 7: Add Confectioners Sugar
- Lightly sift confectioner sugar over the cake. You can use a stencil for a design or simply dust the entire top.
Step 8: Slice and enjoy!
Conclusion
Baking a delicious cake doesn’t have to be complicated. By following these simplified steps, you can create a delightful cake that’s bound to impress your friends and family. So, roll up your sleeves, get baking, and savour the sweet rewards of your homemade creation. Enjoy!
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