1-Making cream cheese cake is straightforward and fun, starting with preheating your oven to 325°F (163°C) and greasing a 9×13-inch baking dish. Begin by beating the cream cheese until it’s smooth, then mix in the vegetable oil and granulated sugar for a creamy base. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing after each to ensure they blend well, followed by the vanilla extract for extra flavor.

2-Next, in a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt to combine them evenly. Gently incorporate these dry ingredients into the wet mixture just until everything is combined, avoiding overmixing to keep the cake light. Stir in the buttermilk until the batter is smooth, then pour it into your prepared dish and bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

3-After baking, let the cake cool completely before adding the frosting. For the frosting, beat the cream cheese and butter until smooth, then gradually add the powdered sugar and salt, mixing until fully combined. Spread it evenly over the cooled cake and refrigerate until you’re ready to serve for the best consistency and enhanced flavor.