human
I'd like to know how to make a cake from scratch.
assistant
1. Start by gathering the ingredients you'll need for your cake, such as flour, sugar, butter, eggs, and any other desired flavorings or extracts.
2. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (177 degrees Celsius).
3. Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
4. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
5. Beat in the eggs one at a time.
6. In a separate bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients (flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt).
7. Slowly add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture and mix until just combined.
8. Add the desired flavorings or extracts and stir until evenly distributed.
9. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan.
10. Bake in preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
11. Allow the cake to cool completely before frosting or decorating.