Classic Old-Fashioned Brown Sugar Cake

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Classic Old-Fashioned Brown Sugar Cake.

1. Step 1

   Start by preheating your oven to a cozy 350°F (175°C).

2. Step 2

   While it warms up, grab a fluted tube pan and give it a good greasing and flouring to ensure your cake slides out effortlessly later.

3. Step 3

   In a large mixing bowl, combine light brown sugar and softened butter.

4. Step 4

   Using an electric mixer, beat them together until the mixture is creamy and well blended, filling your kitchen with a delightful aroma.

5. Step 5

   Next, add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition to ensure they’re fully incorporated into the batter.

6. Step 6

   In a separate bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt until they’re evenly combined.

7. Step 7

   Now, in another bowl, stir the vanilla and almond extracts into the buttermilk until they’re nicely mixed.

8. Step 8

   It’s time to bring everything together! Gradually add the flour mixture and the buttermilk mixture to the creamed butter and sugar, alternating between the two.

9. Step 9

   Mix well after each addition until your batter is smooth and inviting.

10. Step 10

    Once your batter is ready, pour it into the prepared fluted tube pan, spreading it evenly to ensure a beautiful rise.

11. Step 11

    Place the pan in your preheated oven and bake for 50 to 60 minutes.

12. Step 12

    You’ll know it’s done when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

13. Step 13

    Once baked to perfection, let the cake cool in the pan for a few minutes before gently transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

14. Step 14

    Enjoy the sweet anticipation as your kitchen fills with the warm scent of freshly baked cake!.