One-Bowl Wonder

Whip up this five-ingredient batter when you’re craving something sweet

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Five-Ingredient Snacking Cake

ACTIVE 15 MIN. - TOTAL 1 HOUR, 55 MIN.

SERVES 9

1¾ cups soft-wheat self-rising flour (such as White Lily)

¾ cup granulated sugar

1 cup whole milk, at room temperature

⅓ cup butter, melted and cooled to room temperature

2 tsp. vanilla bean paste or vanilla extract

Vanilla, Strawberry, or Chocolate Frosting (recipes at right)

1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Lightly coat an 8-inch square baking pan with cooking spray. Line with parchment paper, leaving a 1-inch overhang on all sides.

2. Whisk together flour and sugar in a large bowl. Add milk, butter, and vanilla; whisk until just combined.