Classic Butter Cake

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x9 inch pan.

2. 2

   In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.

3. 3

   Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla.

4. 4

   Combine the flour, baking powder, and salt; stir into the creamed mixture alternately with the milk.

5. 5

   Pour batter into the prepared pan.

6. 6

   Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.

7. 7

   Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack to cool completely.