Old-School Cake

🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Whip the Eggs and Sugar

1. Preheat: Turn your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking pan.
2. Whip: In a large bowl, beat the eggs and granulated sugar with an electric mixer on high speed for 5 full minutes. The mixture must become thick, pale yellow, and triple in volume.
3. Flavor: Add the vanilla extract and beat for 30 seconds to combine.

2. Heat the Milk and Melt the Butter

1. Sift: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gently fold this dry mixture into the whipped eggs until just combined.
2. Heat: In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the whole milk and cubed butter. Heat just until the butter melts and the milk begins to simmer (do not boil).
3. Mix: With the mixer on low speed, slowly pour the hot milk mixture into the batter. Mix just until smooth. The batter will look very thin, which is exactly how it should be.

3. Bake and Glaze

1. Bake: Pour the batter into your prepared 9×13 pan. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool completely in the pan.
2. Glaze: Whisk together the powdered sugar, vanilla, and warm milk until smooth. Pour it over the cooled cake, spreading it evenly to the edges.
3. Serve: Top with sprinkles if desired, let the glaze set for 15 minutes, and slice into squares.