🍰 Cream Cheese Cake

👩‍🍳 Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven:

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8-inch round or square cake pan.

2. Make the Batter:

In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and sugar together until smooth and creamy.
Add the oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.

3. Add Dry Ingredients:

In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Don’t overmix.

4. Bake:

Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

5. Cool:

Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

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🍓 Optional Toppings:

• Dust with powdered sugar
• Drizzle with a lemon glaze
• Top with fresh berries and whipped cream
• Add a simple cream cheese frosting for extra richness

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💡 Tips:

• Make sure the cream cheese is fully softened for the smoothest texture.
• This cake pairs beautifully with tea, coffee, or fruit sauce!