Do you add milk in the creaming method of making a cake?

* Creaming method: This method involves beating together butter and sugar until light and fluffy. This creates air bubbles which help the cake rise and become light and tender.

* Milk's role: Milk is typically added later in the process, after the dry ingredients (flour, baking powder, etc.) have been combined separately. This is because milk contributes to the cake's moisture and structure, but adding it too early can interfere with the creaming process.

Here's a typical breakdown of the creaming method:

1. Cream butter and sugar: Beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy.

2. Add eggs: Beat in eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.

3. Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.

4. Add wet ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with milk, and mixing until just combined.

Note: Some cake recipes may call for a small amount of milk to be added during the creaming stage, but this is not typical. If a recipe includes milk early in the process, it's usually to help incorporate the butter and sugar more smoothly.