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Cream Cheese Cake

This cream cheese cake is different from the typical desserts you see at the table because of its velvety texture and mouthwatering flavor. It's a classic recipe that you'll use again and again, whether it's served plain or adorned with fruit, whipped cream, or a chocolate sauce drizzle.
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Course: Baking, Dessert, Snack, Treat
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

For the Cake:
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 2 large eggs at room temperature
  • ¾ cup vegetable oil
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 8 ounces cream cheese softened
For the Frosting:
  • 4 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon milk or more as needed for consistency

Method
 

Prep the pan.
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
Mix the dry ingredients.
  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until evenly combined.
Combine the wet ingredients.
  1. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs, vegetable oil, sour cream, vanilla, and softened cream cheese until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
Make the batter.
  1. Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, mixing just until combined. Don’t overmix — a gentle stir keeps the cake tender.
Bake the cake.
  1. Pour the batter into your prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula. Bake for 30–35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before frosting.
Prepare the frosting.
  1. In a medium bowl, beat together the cream cheese and butter until light and fluffy. Slowly add the powdered sugar, then mix in the vanilla extract. If needed, add the milk one tablespoon at a time until the frosting reaches your desired consistency.
Frost and serve.
  1. Spread the frosting evenly over the cooled cake. Slice, serve, and enjoy every soft, creamy bite.
  2. Enjoy!