How to Make a Soft and Delicious Milo Cake (Step-by-Step Guide)

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• 🧁 Dry Ingredients:
• 1 cup all-purpose flour (120g)
• Acts as the base of the cake. Sifted to ensure no lumps.
• ½ cup Milo powder (about 50g)
• The star ingredient. Provides that classic Milo flavor.
• ½ cup sugar (100g)
• White granulated sugar works best, but brown sugar adds extra moisture and flavor.
• 1 tsp baking powder
• Helps the cake rise.
• ½ tsp baking soda
• Reacts with vinegar or lemon juice for a lighter texture.
• A pinch of salt
• Enhances the overall flavor and balances the sweetness.
• 🥛 Wet Ingredients:
• ½ cup milk (125ml)
• Use full-fat for best results, or plant-based milk like almond or oat.
• ¼ cup oil or melted butter (60ml)
• Oil gives a more tender crumb; butter adds flavor.
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• Optional but recommended for extra aroma.
• 1 tsp vinegar or lemon juice
• Don’t skip this. It reacts with baking soda to make the cake soft and fluffy.
• ¼ cup hot water (60ml)
• Loosens the batter and activates the Milo flavor.
• 👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
• 🔥 Step 1: Preheat Your Oven
• Begin by preheating your oven to 170°C (340°F).
• Grease a 6-inch or 7-inch round cake pan with butter or oil, and line the bottom with parchment paper.
• This prevents the cake from sticking and ensures an even bake.
• 🥣 Step 2: Prepare the Dry Mix
• In a large mixing bowl, sift together:
• 1 cup all-purpose flour