Oil-Based Butter Cake (Soft, Moist & Simple)

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This Oil-Based Butter Cake is soft, moist, and super easy to make. The combination of oil + a little butter gives both moist texture and rich flavor. Perfect for tea-time, beginners, or everyday baking.

🧾 Ingredients

  • 1½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup oil (vegetable oil)
  • ¾ cup sugar
  • 2 eggs (room temperature)
  • ½ cup milk
  • 1 tbsp melted butter (for flavor)

👉 Additional (important for best results):

  • 1½ tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • A pinch of salt

👩‍🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions

🔹 Step 1: Preheat Oven

Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
Grease and line a round cake pan (20 cm / 8-inch).

🔹 Step 2: Beat Eggs & Sugar

In a bowl:

  • Add eggs + sugar

Beat until light, creamy, and slightly fluffy.

👉 This step helps make the cake soft.

🔹 Step 3: Add Oil & Butter

Add:

  • Oil
  • Melted butter

Mix well until combined.

🔹 Step 4: Add Milk & Vanilla

Pour in:

  • Milk
  • Vanilla extract

Mix gently.

🔹 Step 5: Prepare Dry Ingredients

In another bowl:

  • Mix flour + baking powder + salt

🔹 Step 6: Combine Batter

Gradually add dry ingredients into wet mixture.

👉 Mix gently until smooth
👉 Do NOT overmix (very important)

🔹 Step 7: Pour into Pan

Pour the batter into the prepared pan.
Tap lightly to remove air bubbles.

🔹 Step 8: Bake

Bake for 30–35 minutes.

👉 Bake until golden brown with a slight crack on top.

🔹 Step 9: Check Doneness

Insert a toothpick:
✔️ Comes out clean → ready

🔹 Step 10: Cool

  • Cool in pan for 10–15 minutes
  • Then transfer to a rack

🔹 Step 11: Serve

Slice and enjoy with tea ☕ or coffee.

🔥 Tips for Perfect Cake

  • Don’t overmix batter
  • Use room temperature ingredients
  • Oil keeps cake moist longer
  • Butter adds flavor
  • Don’t overbake

❓ FAQ

1. Why is my cake dry?

Overbaking or too much flour.

2. Can I skip butter?

Yes, but flavor will be less rich.

3. Can I add flavors?

Yes! Try:

  • Lemon zest 🍋
  • Chocolate chips 🍫

4. How do I store it?

  • Room temp: 2–3 days
  • Fridge: up to 5 days

5. Can I make cupcakes?

Yes! Bake at 180°C for 18–22 minutes.

🍰 Final Thoughts

This Oil-Based Butter Cake is one of the easiest and most reliable recipes. Soft, moist, and delicious every time — perfect for beginners!

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