Here’s a soft, fluffy Heavenly White Snack Cake — tender, moist, and perfect with a cup of tea or coffee. It’s a simple sheet cake that doesn’t need much frosting, but pairs wonderfully with whipped cream or fruit.
🍴 Ingredients (One 8×8 or 9×9 cake)
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1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
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1 ½ tsp baking powder
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¼ tsp salt
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½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
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1 cup sugar
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2 large egg whites (room temp)
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1 tsp vanilla extract (or almond extract for a twist)
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½ cup sour cream (or plain yogurt)
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½ cup milk
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Prep the Pan
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Grease and flour an 8×8 or 9×9 baking pan.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients
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Whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
3. Cream Butter & Sugar
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In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy (2–3 minutes).
4. Add Egg Whites & Flavor
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Beat in egg whites one at a time.
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Stir in vanilla.
5. Combine Wet & Dry
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Mix in half the flour mixture.
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Add sour cream and milk, then remaining flour. Mix just until smooth.
6. Bake
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Spread batter evenly in pan.
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Bake 28–32 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
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Cool in pan before slicing.
✨ Optional Serving Ideas
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Dust with powdered sugar.
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Top with fresh berries and whipped cream.
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Spread a thin cream cheese or buttercream frosting.