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A beautifully decorated 8-inch cake with vibrant frosting, fresh flowers, and candles, perfect for a celebration centerpiece.

8-Inch Cake

ZARA
Discover delicious 8-inch cake ideas for any celebration. Perfect size, easy recipe, and endless customization options to make your event unforgettable.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 14 servings
Calories 400 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • Cake:
  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 ½ tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • Buttercream Frosting Optional:
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 –3 tbsp heavy cream
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two 8-inch cake pans.
  • Mix flour, baking powder, and salt. Cream butter and sugar, add eggs, then vanilla.
  • Alternate adding dry ingredients and milk. Mix until combined.
  • Divide batter, bake for 25–30 minutes. Cool cakes.
  • Frost with buttercream, decorate as desired.

Notes

Nutrition Information (Per Serving)
  • Calories: 350–400 kcal
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Cholesterol: 45mg
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Sugars: 30g
  • Protein: 4g