Simple Cast Iron Vanilla Cake
This rustic vanilla cake features a golden, buttery crust and a tender crumb, baked to perfection in a cast iron skillet. The heavy pan distributes heat evenly, creating a unique caramelized edge that standard cake pans can't replicate.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter softened to room temperature
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs room temperature
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract use high quality for best flavor
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour sifted
- 1.5 tsp baking powder
- 0.5 tsp kosher salt
- 0.5 cup whole milk room temperature
- 1 tbsp butter for greasing the skillet
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For a delicious variation, scatter fresh berries or chocolate chips over the batter before baking. Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla bean ice cream or a dusting of powdered sugar.