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Paula Deen 1 2 3 4 Cake Recipe

Paula Deen 1 2 3 4 Cake Recipe

Sara Collins
The Paula Deen 1 2 3 4 Cake Recipe is simple and classic. It is soft, rich and full of butter flavor. Many people love the Paula Deen 1 2 3 4 Cake Recipe because it is easy to remember.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 12 Slices
Calories 420 kcal

Equipment

  • Large Mixing Bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • Measuring Cups
  • Measuring Spoons
  • 9-inch round cake pan
  • Spatula
  • Cooling rack

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt

Instructions
 

Preheat the Oven

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F. Grease the cake pan with butter. Dust lightly with flour. This prevents sticking and helps the cake release easily.

Cream Butter and Sugar

  • Place softened butter in a large bowl. Beat until smooth and creamy. Add sugar slowly while mixing. Continue beating until mixture looks light and fluffy.

Add the Eggs

  • Add eggs one at a time. Mix well after each egg. This helps the batter stay smooth and even. Scrape down the bowl sides if needed.

Mix Dry Ingredients

  • In another bowl, combine flour, baking powder and salt. Stir gently with a spoon. This ensures the baking powder spreads evenly.

Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients

  • Add dry ingredients slowly into the butter mixture. Pour milk gradually while mixing. Add vanilla extract. Mix until smooth. Do not overmix the batter.

Pour and Smooth Batter

  • Pour batter into the prepared pan. Use a spatula to smooth the top. Tap the pan lightly on the counter to remove air bubbles.

Bake the Cake

  • Place the pan in the oven. Bake for 55 to 60 minutes. Insert a toothpick in the center. If it comes out clean, the cake is ready.

Cool Before Serving

  • Remove the cake from the oven carefully. Let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Transfer to a cooling rack. Cool completely before slicing.

Notes

  • Use room temperature butter for best texture.
  • Do not skip greasing the pan.
  • Measure flour correctly using a spoon.
  • Do not overmix after adding flour.
  • Let cake cool fully before cutting.
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