Oliver’S Cake (Old-Fashioned White Cake) Recipe

Name: Oliver’S Cake (Old-Fashioned White Cake)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 cups Cake Flour, Divided Into 1 Cup Measures; 1/2 teaspoons Salt; 2 teaspoons Baking Powder; 1 cup Butter, Room Temperature; 2 cups Sugar; 1/2 cups Milk; 1/2 cups Hot Water; 3 Large Eggs, Room Temperature; 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract; 1 teaspoon Almond Extract

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 350 F. Grease two 9-inch round cake pans and line them with parchment paper. (To line with parchment paper, trace the bottom of the pans on a piece of parchment paper, cut out the circle, and trim it to fit into the bottom of the pan.)
2
In a small bowl, whisk together 1 cup of the flour, the salt and the baking powder. Set aside.
3
In a stand mixer on medium speed, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 3-5 minutes). Add the milk and hot water (no need to mix). Add 1 cup of flour and 1 egg, and mix on medium speed until well combined. Scrape down the sides of the bowl and around the bottom to make sure everything is combined.
4
Then add 1 cup of flour and 1 egg, and again, mix on medium speed until well combined. Scrape down sides and bottom of bowl.
5
Finally, add the flour/salt/baking powder mixture and the one remaining egg, and mix until well combined. Scrape down the sides and bottom of the bowl. Add in the vanilla and almond extracts. Mix well to combine.
6
Divide the batter evenly between your two prepared baking pans. Rap the pans on the counter a few times to eliminate air bubbles. Bake for about 30 minutes or until a cake tester inserted into the middle of the cake comes out clean.

1261

kcal

Calories

Fat

173

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 cups Cake Flour, Divided Into 1 Cup Measures, 1/2 teaspoons Salt, 2 teaspoons Baking Powder, 1 cup Butter, Room Temperature, and more.

Yes, Oliver’S Cake (Old-Fashioned White Cake) falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Oliver’S Cake (Old-Fashioned White Cake)

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Variations & substitutions

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