Gooning Delight

About this recipe

Gooning Delight is a scrumptious vanilla cake perfect for any special occasion or a simple dessert at home. This recipe offers a moist and flavorful cake that combines the gentle sweetness and rich texture everyone loves. Whether served plain or adorned with a delicate frosting, it’s sure to be a family favorite.

Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup whole milk

Directions

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line an 8-inch round baking dish with parchment paper.

2. 2

   Cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.

3. 3

   Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract.

4. 4

   In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.

5. 5

   Alternately add the dry ingredients and whole milk into the butter mixture, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.

6. 6

   Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish, smoothing the top.

7. 7

   Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

8. 8

   Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.