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Cream Cheese Cake Recipe

Cream Cheese Cake Recipe

4.7 from 24 reviews

Indulge in the rich and creamy goodness of this delectable Cream Cheese Cake. Perfectly moist and flavorful, this easy-to-make dessert is a crowd-pleaser for any occasion.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients:

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup whole milk

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round or square cake pan.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: Whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
  3. Cream Butter and Cream Cheese: In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter and cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
  4. Add Sugar and Eggs: Add the sugar and beat until light and fluffy. Then, add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  5. Blend in Vanilla and Flour Mixture: Stir in the vanilla extract. Gradually add the flour mixture in batches, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the flour mixture. Mix just until combined.
  6. Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan, smooth the top, and bake for 35–40 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  7. Cool and Serve: Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • This cake is delicious on its own or topped with fresh berries or a dusting of powdered sugar.
  • For added richness, frost with a light cream cheese glaze.

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