Heavenly Cream Cheese Cake

This Heavenly Cream Cheese Cake is rich, moist, and incredibly delicious — so good it disappears in a minute! It blends tender cake texture with the tangy richness of cream cheese for a dessert that’s perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or anytime you want a crowd-pleasing sweet treat.

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour

• 1½ cups granulated sugar

• 1 teaspoon baking powder

• ½ teaspoon baking soda

• ½ teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

• 2 large eggs

• ¾ cup neutral oil (like vegetable or canola)

• ½ cup sour cream

• 8 ounces cream cheese, softened

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Optional Toppings

• Powdered sugar

• Fresh berries

• Whipped cream

Instructions

Step 1 – Preheat and Prep

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan and set it aside.

Step 2 – Mix Dry Ingredients

In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well blended.

Step 3 – Combine Wet Ingredients

In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs, oil, sour cream, softened cream cheese, and vanilla until smooth and silky.

Step 4 – Blend Batter

Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir gently until combined. Don’t overmix — just until the batter comes together.

Step 5 – Bake

Transfer the batter to the prepared baking pan and smooth the top with a spatula. Bake in your preheated oven for about 25–30 minutes or until the cake is set and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 6 – Cool

Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool completely before slicing.
Serving Suggestions

This creamy, tender cake is delicious on its own, but you can dress it up with any of the following:

• Dust with powdered sugar

• Top with fresh strawberries, blueberries, or raspberries

• Serve with a dollop of whipped cream

• Pair with a scoop of vanilla ice cream

Tips for Best Results

• Make sure the cream cheese is softened before mixing to avoid lumps.

• Stir gently — overmixing can make the cake dense.

• Let the cake cool fully before cutting to achieve clean slices.

Storage

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. For longer storage, you can freeze slices wrapped in plastic wrap and foil for up to 1 month.