In the 1980s and 1990s, homemade treats had a unique taste. There was a cake that my mother baked every week – “Mother’s soft cake” – simple but irresistible, it was a hit with everyone, both adults and children. It was a simple recipe, made with healthy ingredients and without unnecessary additives, but it had a unique taste.
In this article, I share a cake recipe that has shaped the childhood of so many people, with the aroma and softness of a dessert that never goes out of style.
Ingredients for a traditional soft cake
Here’s what you need to make it the way it was made back then:
3 eggs
180 g sugar
200 g wheat flour
80 ml cooking oil (or 100 g softened butter)
100 ml milk
1 sachet baking powder
Zest of 1 lemon (or vanilla, if desired)
Icing sugar for garnish
✅ Simple but balanced ingredients for a soft, aromatic and high cake.
Preparation:
the recipe on the next page
