<human>:  Can you give me a step-by-step guide to baking a cake?
<bot>: 
1. Gather/prepare all of your ingredients- this includes flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, butter, eggs, milk, and any other flavorings you may want to add.
2. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
3. In a large bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
4. In a separate bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
5. Add in the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
6. Slowly add in the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
7. Slowly add in the milk and mix until everything is combined.
8. Grease and flour a cake pan.
9. Pour the cake batter into the prepared pan.
10. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
11. Let the cake cool completely before frosting or serving.