Ingredients
For the Cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- A pinch of salt
- 2 eggs, at room temperature
- 3/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 8 ounces softened cream cheese
For the Icing:
- 4 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon milk (or more, as needed)
Directions
1. Preheat the Oven:
- Set the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking pan.
2. Prepare the Dry Ingredients:
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. Mix the Wet Ingredients:
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, vegetable oil, sour cream, vanilla extract, and softened cream cheese until smooth and well blended.
4. Combine the Ingredients:
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
5. Bake the Cake:
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
6. Cool the Cake:
- Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool completely before frosting.
For the Icing:
1. Cream the Base:
- In a bowl, beat the cream cheese and butter together until smooth.
2. Add the Sugar and Vanilla:
- Gradually mix in the powdered sugar and vanilla extract until the frosting is smooth and fluffy.
3. Adjust Consistency:
- If needed, add milk a little at a time until the desired consistency is reached.
4. Frost the Cake:
- Spread the icing evenly over the cooled cake.
5. Slice and Enjoy:
- Cut into slices, serve, and savor the creamy, delicious flavor!