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Golden dream cake slice on a plate

Name: Goldy's Dream Cake

Summary: A light, moist, and fluffy vanilla-almond cake inspired by a beloved fictional caterer, Goldy Schulz. This dreamy dessert is layered with rich flavor and topped with whipped cream or caramel glaze — perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 10
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Ingredients:
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1½ cups granulated sugar
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • ½ cup unsalted butter softened
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • ½ tsp almond extract
  • 2 cups whipped cream for topping
  • Optional Add-ins:
  • ¼ cup white chocolate chips
  • Raspberry jam layer
  • Toasted coconut flakes

Equipment

  • Equipment:
  • Mixing bowls (2-3)
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Electric mixer or whisk
  • Rubber Spatula
  • 9-inch round cake pan (or two 8-inch pans)
  • Cooling rack
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Instructions:
  2. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour your cake pan(s).
  3. In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each. Stir in the vanilla and almond extracts.
  5. In another bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt.
  6. Alternately add dry ingredients and milk to the butter mixture, mixing just until smooth.
  7. Pour batter into prepared pan(s) and smooth the top.
  8. Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  9. Let cool completely on a rack.
  10. Top with whipped cream or caramel glaze and your choice of garnish.

Notes

Notes:
For a fruity variation, add a thin layer of raspberry jam before topping with cream.
To make gluten-free, substitute with a gluten-free all-purpose flour mix.
Always use room-temperature ingredients for a smooth batter.
Cake freezes well if wrapped tightly in plastic and foil.