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Rainy Day Cake
Rainy Day Cake is a light, tender, and versatile cake perfect for those times when you want a homemade dessert without a lengthy process. The name reflects its purpose, quick to prepare with pantry staples, yet delicious enough for family gatherings or unexpected guests. Its fine crumb and subtle sweetness make it a perfect canvas for frosting, glazes, or fresh fruit. This recipe blends classic cake-making techniques with the convenience of simple mixing, resulting in a moist cake that bakes beautifully in layered pans.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 12
Calories 335 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 3 cups cake flour (sifted)
  • 4 tsp baking powder
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 eggs (unbeaten)
  • 1 cup milk (as needed)
  • 1 tbsp melted butter ( or shortening)

Instructions
 

Step 1: Prepare Dry Ingredients

  • Sift the cake flour once, measure, and place in a bowl.
  • Add baking powder and salt.
  • Sift all together three times.

Step 2: Prepare Wet Ingredients

  • Break eggs into a cup and fill up with milk until the total volume reaches 1 cup.

Step 3: Mix the Batter

  • Add eggs and milk mixture to the sifted dry ingredients.
  • Pour in an additional 1 cup of milk.
  • Add melted butter.
  • Beat vigorously for 3 minutes until smooth.

Step 4: Bake the Cake

  • Pour batter into 3 greased 9-inch layer pans.
  • Bake in a moderate oven at 375°F (190°C) for 25 minutes.

Step 5: Finish and Serve

  • Cool layers completely before frosting.
  • Frost with your choice of icing; chocolate frosting is recommended, spreading evenly over the top and sides.

Tips

  • Use almond or lemon extract instead of vanilla for a flavor twist.
  • Replace half the milk with buttermilk for extra tenderness.
  • For a richer cake, use all butter instead of shortening.
  • Add fresh berries between layers for a fruity filling.
  • Frost with cream cheese frosting for a tangy contrast.

Nutrition

Calories: 335kcalCarbohydrates: 58gProtein: 5gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 52mgSodium: 135mgPotassium: 90mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 35gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 60mgIron: 1.2mg
Keyword angel cake, birthday cake, citrus dessert, comfort food, quick treat, vanilla, vintage baking
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