
Mom’s Classic 80s Soft Cake – A Simple and Unforgettable Treat
There’s something magical about the baked goods from our childhood—especially the ones that filled the kitchen with a warm, sweet aroma every single week. For me, that magic lived in one special dessert: my mom’s go-to cake from the 1980s and 90s.
She called it “Mommy’s Soft Cake,” and it was pure comfort in every bite. No fancy ingredients, no trendy twists—just honest, homemade flavor that both kids and adults adored.
Today, I’m sharing this timeless recipe, so you can bring a piece of that memory back to life in your own kitchen.
🥚 Ingredients – Simple & Wholesome
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3 eggs
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180g sugar
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200g all-purpose flour
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80ml vegetable oil (or 100g softened butter)
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100ml milk
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1 packet (approx. 2 tsp) baking powder
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Zest of 1 lemon (or a splash of vanilla extract)
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Powdered sugar, for dusting
✅ These basic ingredients come together to create a soft, tall, and beautifully scented cake.