Easy Vanilla Loaf Cake With Simple Glaze Recipe: A Moist, Tender Bake You Can Make at Home

This vanilla loaf cake is a simple, reliable bake with a soft crumb and a clear vanilla flavor.

Ingredients

• 200 g all-purpose flour
• 150 g granulated sugar
• 115 g unsalted butter, softened
• 2 large eggs
• 120 ml milk
• 2 tsp baking powder
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• a pinch of salt
• 2 tsp extra vanilla extract
• 2 tbsp sour cream or plain yogurt
• 120 g powdered sugar
• 2 tbsp milk or lemon juice

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 175 °C (350 °F). Prepare a 9 x 5 in (23 x 13 cm) loaf pan, greased and lined.
2. Beat the butter and sugar for 3 minutes until pale and fluffy.
3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then the vanilla.
4. Whisk the flour, baking powder, and salt together. Fold into the batter in two batches, alternating with the milk.
5. Fold in the vanilla ingredients from the list above.
6. Spoon the batter into the pan and bake for 50 to 55 minutes, until a skewer comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before turning out onto a rack.
7. Whisk the glaze ingredients until smooth and drizzle over the cooled cake.

Tips

• Bring the eggs, butter, and milk to room temperature for a smoother batter.
• Do not overmix once the flour goes in, or the crumb will turn tough.

Storage

Store covered at room temperature for up to 3 days, or freeze slices for up to 2 months.

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