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Creamy Milk Cake with golden top and soft creamy texture served in a glass dish

Creamy Milk Cake

Summary A soft and silky cake made with just 6 simple ingredients. This creamy milk cake is light, custardy, and finished with a beautiful golden top — perfect served warm or chilled.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Ingredients
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 liter 4 cups whole milk
  • 6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Equipment

  • Equipment:
  • Mixing bowls
  • Hand whisk or mixer
  • - Measuring cups and spoons
  • Baking dish (glass or ceramic)
  • - Oven

Method
 

  1. Instructions
  2. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
  3. In a large bowl, beat the eggs until frothy.
  4. Add the sugar and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
  5. Sift in the flour slowly while whisking continuously.
  6. Gradually pour in the milk, mixing constantly to avoid lumps.
  7. Stir in the melted butter and combine well.
  8. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish.
  9. Bake for 45–55 minutes or until the top is golden and the center is set.
  10. Let cool before slicing. Serve warm or cold.

Notes

Notes
Use full-fat milk for a creamier texture.
You can add lemon zest for a citrusy twist.
Don’t overbake — the center should be custard-like.