Here’s a simple and classic recipe for a Milk Loaf Cake a soft, moist, and subtly sweet cake that’s perfect with tea or coffee. This old-fashioned loaf has a tender crumb thanks to the milk, and it’s great on its own or with jam, butter, or a glaze.
🥛 Milk Loaf Cake
🧺 Ingredients (Makes 1 loaf)
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1 ½ cups (190g) all-purpose flour
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2 tsp baking powder
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¼ tsp salt
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½ cup (1 stick / 115g) unsalted butter, softened
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¾ cup (150g) granulated sugar
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2 large eggs
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½ cup (120ml) whole milk, room temperature
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1 tsp vanilla extract
👩🍳 Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9×5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper.
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Mix dry ingredients:
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In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
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Cream butter and sugar:
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In a large mixing bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 2–3 minutes).
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Add eggs:
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Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each.
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Add milk and vanilla:
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Stir in the vanilla, then add the milk. The mixture may look slightly curdled — that’s okay.
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Combine:
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Gradually add the dry ingredients and mix just until combined. Don’t overmix.
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Bake:
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Pour batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
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Bake for 45–55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Cool:
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Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
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🍽️ Serving Ideas:
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Dust with powdered sugar
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Serve with fruit compote or berry jam
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Add a vanilla glaze: Mix ½ cup powdered sugar + 1–2 tsp milk + splash of vanilla
📝 Optional Add-Ins:
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½ cup chocolate chips or blueberries
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Zest of 1 lemon or orange for a citrus version
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1 tsp almond extract for a flavor twist