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!
