A Decadent Classic You’ll Keep Coming Back To
Oh my goodness—this cake is pure bliss! If you’re a fan of rich, creamy desserts that melt in your mouth, this Classic Cream Cheese Cake will quickly become one of your all-time favorites. The moist and tender cake is infused with velvety cream cheese and topped with a lusciously smooth frosting that’s just the right amount of sweet. Whether you’re baking for a celebration or just craving something special, this recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
🧁 Ingredients
For the Cake:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| All-purpose flour | 2 cups |
| Granulated sugar | 1 ½ cups |
| Baking powder | 1 ½ teaspoons |
| Baking soda | ½ teaspoon |
| Salt | ¼ teaspoon |
| Eggs (room temp) | 2 large |
| Vegetable oil | ¾ cup |
| Sour cream | 1 cup |
| Vanilla extract | 2 teaspoons |
| Cream cheese (softened) | 8 oz |
For the Frosting:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Cream cheese (softened) | 4 oz |
| Unsalted butter (softened) | 4 tbsp |
| Powdered sugar | 2 cups |
| Vanilla extract | 1 teaspoon |
| Milk | 1 tablespoon (as needed) |
