1. Ingredients
    • 4 large eggs (room temperature)
    • 1 cup sugar (200 g)
    • 1 cup all-purpose flour (125 g)
    • ½ cup milk (120 ml)
    • ¼ cup oil (60 ml)
    • 1 tsp baking powder
    • 1 tsp vanilla essence
    • Pinch of salt
    Method
    1. Preheat oven: Set to 160°C. Grease and line an 8-inch square or round cake pan.
    2. Beat eggs: Beat eggs and sugar for 5–8 minutes until thick, pale, and fluffy.
    3. Mix wet ingredients: Add milk, oil, and vanilla. Mix gently.
    4. Add dry ingredients: Sift flour, baking powder, and salt. Fold gently into the egg mixture.
    5. Bake: Pour into the pan and bake for 40–50 minutes, until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
    6. Cool: Leave in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a rack.
    Tips for a soft cake
    • Use room-temperature eggs and milk.
    • Do not overmix after adding flour.
    • Avoid opening the oven during the first 30 minutes.
    • For extra softness, replace 2 tablespoons of flour with cornstarch.
    Result: A tall, golden cake with a soft, airy interior like the one in your picture.