🥛🍰 This simple, one-bowl cake is rich, buttery, and perfectly sweet thanks to condensed milk—no frosting needed! With a tender crumb and caramelized edges, it’s a dessert lover’s dream that’s easy to make and impossible to resist.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
✅ Only 5 ingredients – Pantry staples only!
✅ No mixer needed – Just whisk and bake.
✅ Moist for days – Stays fresh longer than regular cake.
✅ Versatile – Add citrus zest, chocolate, or fruit!
Ingredients You’ll Need
*(Serves 8 | Prep: 5 mins | Bake: 40-45 mins)*
- 1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
- 4 large eggs, room temperature
- ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted & slightly cooled
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp baking powder
(Optional: 1 tsp vanilla extract, lemon zest, or cinnamon!)
1. Preheat & Prep
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease and line an 8-inch round or square pan with parchment paper.
2. Mix the Batter
- In a large bowl, whisk condensed milk, eggs, and melted butter until smooth.
- Sift in flour and baking powder, then gently fold until just combined (don’t overmix!).
3. Bake to Perfection
- Pour batter into the prepared pan.
- Bake for 40-45 mins, until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
4. Cool & Serve!
- Let cool 10 mins in the pan, then transfer to a wire rack.
- Dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with caramel if desired.
