Description
A moist, balanced dessert with a tangy twist using sour cream. This easy one-bowl recipe is customizable, family-friendly, and perfect for busy cooks. Light texture with a subtle acidity makes it a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
210 grams (1 1/2 cups) all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
150 grams (3/4 cup) caster sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
120 ml (1/2 cup) vegetable oil
2 teaspoons non-alcoholic vanilla extract
1 large egg (room temperature)
240 ml (1 cup) full-fat sour cream (room temperature)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C)
Combine flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt in a large mixing bowl
In a separate bowl, whisk vegetable oil, non-alcoholic vanilla extract, egg, and sour cream until fully emulsified
Gradually mix wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until smooth batter forms
Spread batter evenly into an 8-inch square baking pan lined with parchment paper
Bake for 35-40 minutes until golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean
Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack
Serve sliced into 8 portions
Notes
Ensure baking powder is fresh for optimal rise
Greek yogurt can substitute sour cream for similar texture
Fresh citrus zest (lemon/orange) can replace vanilla extract for a flavor variation
This recipe is forgiving—slightly inaccurate measurements won’t impact final quality
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 35
- Category: Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Western
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 23mg