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Yellow Cake

A classic Yellow Cake with a tender crumb and rich flavor, perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Cake, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 260
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3.5 teaspoons baking powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 1.5 cups granulated sugar
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter (softened) Make sure butter is softened for better texture.
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3 large eggs Ensure eggs are at room temperature.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
  4. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture alternately with the milk, starting and ending with the flour mixture.
Baking
  1. Pour the batter evenly into two greased 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Cooling
  1. Let the cakes cool in the pans for about 10 minutes, then remove them from the pans and transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before frosting.

Notes

For a dairy-free option, substitute unsalted butter with high-quality vegetable oil. Avoid overmixing to keep the cake fluffy. Store at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for a week.