Description
Learn the art of baking delightful cakes and cookies from scratch, perfect for celebrations or cozy movie nights.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup milk
- Optional: 1 cup chocolate chips or nuts
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your baking pans.
- In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, alternating with milk.
- If desired, fold in chocolate chips or nuts.
- Pour the batter into prepared pans or drop spoonfuls onto a baking sheet for cookies.
- Bake the cakes for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean; bake cookies for 10-12 minutes.
- Allow to cool before serving or frosting.
Notes
Chill cookie dough before baking for better shape and flavor. Always taste the batter and adjust sweetness as desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: baking, cakes, cookies, dessert, homemade, sweet treats