Melt-in-Your-Mouth Dessert – Soft, Creamy & Golden
A soft, buttery cake with a tender crumb that melts in your mouth. Made with sour cream and simple ingredients, this classic cake is perfect for tea, brunch, or light desserts.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30–35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 8–10 servings 1x
Ingredients
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½ cup unsalted butter, softened
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1 cup granulated sugar
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2 large eggs
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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½ cup sour cream
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1½ cups all-purpose flour
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1½ tsp baking powder
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¼ tsp salt
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease and flour a 9″ round or 8×8″ square pan.
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Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
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Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla and sour cream.
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In a separate bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt.
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Add dry ingredients to wet, mixing just until combined.
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Pour into pan and bake for 30–35 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean.
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Cool in pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire rack.
Notes
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Don’t overmix the batter
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Can substitute yogurt for sour cream
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Add lemon zest, berries, or glaze for variation