The Best Yellow Cake
The Best Yellow Cake is a delightful classic that combines a light, fluffy texture with a rich buttery flavor. Perfect for birthdays, anniversaries, or casual gatherings, this cake evokes nostalgia with every bite. It’s simple to make and offers endless customization options, ensuring that it will be the star of any celebration. Impress your friends and family with this timeless dessert that is sure to bring smiles all around.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¾ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the butter mixture, alternating with milk until just combined.
- Stir in vanilla extract until evenly mixed.
- Pour batter into prepared pans and bake for 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Let the cakes cool before frosting or serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (95g)
- Calories: 335
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, consider folding in lemon zest or chocolate chips into the batter. - Experiment with various frostings such as cream cheese or chocolate ganache to elevate your cake.