Making a cake requires several steps. The first step is to gather the necessary ingredients, such as flour, sugar, butter, eggs, and any other desired flavorings. Once the ingredients are gathered, they must be mixed together in the correct proportions. After the batter is mixed, it must be poured into a greased and floured cake pan. The cake is then placed in an oven and baked until it is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Once the cake is finished baking, it can be decorated with frosting or other toppings.