Description
Catch a Husband Cake is a delightful dessert that combines moist vanilla layers with a creamy frosting, perfect for any occasion. This cake’s charm lies not only in its rich flavor but also in its ability to bring people together. Ideal for gatherings, celebrations, or simply satisfying your sweet tooth, this cake promises to impress friends and family alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 large eggs, room temperature
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup whole milk
- 8 oz full-fat cream cheese, softened (for frosting)
- 4 cups powdered sugar, sifted (for frosting)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and sugar.
- In another bowl, cream the butter until fluffy; gradually add sugar and mix well.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract.
- Slowly combine dry ingredients with the butter mixture alternating with milk until just blended.
- Pour batter into prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow cakes to cool for about 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
- For frosting, blend cream cheese with powdered sugar until smooth; spread between layers and over the top of the cooled cake.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (75g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg