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Preheat the oven to 175°C (350°F). Grease and flour a 9-inch round or rectangular cake pan.
In a saucepan, melt the butter with the milk over low heat. Do not boil. Set aside to cool slightly.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs and sugar together until pale and fluffy (about 3–4 minutes).
Add the vanilla essence to the egg mixture and mix to combine.
In a separate bowl, sift together the flour and baking powder.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the egg mixture, mixing until just combined.
Slowly pour in the warm milk and butter mixture, stirring until a smooth batter forms.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
Bake for 35–40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
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