Vanilla Butter Cake with Sweet Cream Glaze

Introduction:
Get ready to indulge in this luscious Vanilla Butter Cake with Sweet Cream Glaze—a moist, tender cake with rich buttery flavor, topped with a dreamy, silky glaze that drips down the sides like a waterfall of sweetness. Perfect for birthdays, brunches, or a simple afternoon treat, this cake is as beautiful as it is delicious. The combination of soft crumb and creamy topping makes every bite irresistible.

Ingredients:

For the Cake:

• 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, softened
• 1½ cups (300g) granulated sugar
• 4 large eggs
• 2½ cups (310g) all-purpose flour
• 2½ tsp baking powder
• ½ tsp salt
• 1 cup (240ml) whole milk
• 1 tbsp vanilla extract

For the Sweet Cream Glaze:

• 1½ cups (180g) powdered sugar
• 2–3 tbsp heavy cream or sweetened condensed milk
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• Pinch of salt

Instructions:

Make the Cake:

1. Preheat Oven:
   Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8 or 9-inch round cake pan.
2. Cream Butter and Sugar:
   In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 3–4 minutes).
3. Add Eggs and Vanilla:
   Beat in eggs one at a time, mixing well after each. Add the vanilla extract.
4. Combine Dry Ingredients:
   Whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl.
5. Mix Wet and Dry:
   Gradually add the dry mixture to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk. Start and end with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined—don’t overmix!
6. Bake:
   Pour batter into prepared pan and smooth the top. Bake for 40–45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cool completely before glazing.

Make the Glaze:

1. Combine Ingredients:
   In a bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, cream (or condensed milk), vanilla, and a pinch of salt. Adjust thickness by adding more cream or sugar as needed.
2. Glaze the Cake:
   Pour the glaze generously over the cooled cake, letting it drip down the sides for that beautiful finish.

Optional Tips:

• Add lemon zest or almond extract to the batter for a flavor twist.
• Top with berries or crushed nuts for extra texture.