Preparation Steps

• Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x9 inch baking dish.
• In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 cup granulated sugar, 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
• In another bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  2 cups all-purpose flour, 0.5 teaspoon salt
• Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  0.5 cup unsalted butter, 2 large eggs
• Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk. Mix until just combined.
  1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
• Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
• Allow to cool completely before serving or decorating as desired.