A Cake Mix

Prep: 15 min Cook: 30 min Cuisine: American

A classic homemade cake with simple ingredients, soft texture, and sweet vanilla flavor, perfect for celebrations or casual desserts suitable for all ages.

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups flour
  • 1 1/4 cups sugar
  • 1/2 cup shortening
  • 3/4 cup milk
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of flour and 1 1/4 cups of sugar.
  3. Add 1/2 cup of shortening, 3/4 cup of milk, 3 eggs, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla to the dry ingredients.
  4. Mix all ingredients thoroughly until smooth and well combined.
  5. Pour the batter into a greased cake pan.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Allow the cake to cool before frosting or serving.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

613 kcal 31% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 6.5g 13% DV
Total Fat 29.7g 38% DV
Carbs 66.9g 24% DV
Fiber 1.9g 7% DV
Sugar 14.7g 29% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 155mg 7% DV
Potassium 324mg 7% DV
Cholesterol 66mg 22% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 62.8mcg 7% DV
Vitamin C 13mg 14% DV
Vitamin D 0.4mcg 2% DV
Calcium 172mg 13% DV
Iron 3.3mg 18% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

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