β¨ Introduction
This Golden Vanilla Tray Cake π° is soft, fluffy, and lightly sweet. Baked in a large pan and cut into squares, itβs perfect for ftour, tea time, or sharing with family πΌβ¨.
π§ Ingredients
- π₯ 4 eggs
- π¬ 1 cup sugar
- π₯ 1 cup milk
- π§ Β½ cup oil or melted butter
- πΌ 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- πΎ 2 cups all-purpose flour
- π§ 1 tablespoon baking powder
- π Optional: zest of Β½ lemon
π©βπ³ Instructions
- π₯ Preheat oven to 180Β°C (350Β°F). Grease and flour a large baking tray.
- π₯£ In a bowl, beat eggs and sugar until light and fluffy.
- π₯ Add milk, oil, vanilla, and lemon zest. Mix well.
- πΎ Sift in flour and baking powder. Fold gently until smooth.
- π₯ Pour batter into tray and smooth the top.
- π₯ Bake for 25β30 minutes until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
- βοΈ Let cool, then cut into squares and serve.
π Methods
- Add cocoa powder for a chocolate version π«.
- Top with powdered sugar or glaze π¬.
- Mix in raisins, coconut, or nuts π°π₯₯.
- Serve with tea, coffee, or fruit π΅π.
π History
Tray cakes are a staple in Moroccan and Mediterranean kitchens π²π¦πͺπΊ. Theyβre simple, quick, and ideal for feeding a crowdβespecially during Ramadan or family gatherings.
πͺ Benefits
- π₯ Protein from eggs
- π₯ Calcium from milk
- πΎ Energy from flour and sugar
- π Antioxidants from citrus zest
π¨ Formation
Serve on a tray or plate with a dusting of sugar or drizzle of syrup πΏ. Ideal for ftour, school snacks, or cozy afternoons π½οΈ.
β Conclusion
Golden Vanilla Tray Cake is soft, simple, and satisfyingβa warm slice of homemade joy! π°π₯πΌβ¨
β€οΈ Lovers
- π¨βπ©βπ§βπ¦ Families
- π§βπ³ Home bakers
- π° Cake lovers
- π Celebration hosts
- π½οΈ Sweet snack seekers