Tsagaan Sar Cake

Ingredients

• Unsalted butter (1/2 cup, softened)
• Granulated sugar (1 cup)
• Eggs (3 large)
• All-purpose flour (1 1/2 cups)
• Baking powder (2 teaspoons)
• Milk (1/2 cup)
• Vanilla extract (1 teaspoon)
• Powdered sugar (for dusting)

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a round 9-inch cake pan.
2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
3. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition to ensure a smooth batter.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and baking powder until well combined.
5. Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk, starting and ending with the flour mixture. Mix until just combined and smooth.
6. Stir in the vanilla extract until evenly distributed.
7. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and use a spatula to smooth the top.
8. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
9. Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
10. Once cooled, dust the top of the cake with powdered sugar for a touch of sweetness and elegance.
11. Slice and serve the Tsagaan Sar Cake as a festive dessert during the Tsagaan Sar festival, ideally paired with warm milk tea.