Description
Ultra-moist, rich, and tangy-sweet, this velvety cake is loaded with cream cheese and sour cream, then topped with luscious cream cheese frosting. Perfect for any occasion—irresistibly decadent!
Ingredients
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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1 ½ cups granulated sugar
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1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
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½ teaspoon baking soda
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¼ teaspoon salt
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2 large eggs, room temperature
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¾ cup vegetable oil
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1 cup sour cream
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2 teaspoons vanilla extract
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8 ounces cream cheese, softened
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4 ounces cream cheese, softened
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4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
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2 cups powdered sugar
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1 tablespoon milk (or as needed)
Instructions
1. Prepare the Pan and Preheat:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
2. Mix the Dry Ingredients:
In a large bowl, whisk together:
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2 cups flour
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1 ½ cups sugar
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1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
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½ teaspoon baking soda
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¼ teaspoon salt
3. Combine the Wet Ingredients:
In a separate bowl, beat together:
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2 eggs
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¾ cup oil
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1 cup sour cream
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2 teaspoons vanilla extract
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8 oz softened cream cheese
Mix until smooth and creamy.
4. Blend and Bake:
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Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients.
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Stir until just combined (do not overmix).
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Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
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Bake for 30–35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
5. Cool:
Let the cake cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before frosting.
6. Make the Cream Cheese Frosting:
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Beat 4 oz softened cream cheese and 4 tbsp butter until smooth.
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Gradually mix in 2 cups powdered sugar.
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Add 1 tsp vanilla and 1 tbsp milk (adjust consistency as needed).
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Spread evenly over the cooled cake
Notes
For a festive twist, top with fruit preserves or swirl into the batter before baking
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American