Delicious Homemade Yellow Cake Recipe

Indulge in the delightful flavors of a classic yellow cake with this easy and moist homemade recipe. Perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or simply treating yourself, Scottley's Basic Yellow Cake is a crowd pleaser. With a fluffy texture and a burst of buttery goodness, this cake will leave you wanting more. Follow this recipe to create a delectable dessert that will impress your friends and family.

Ingredients

• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 3 large eggs
• 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 1/4 cups milk

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
3. In a large bowl, cream together the sugar and butter until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients, mixing well after each addition.
5. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.
6. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean.
7. Remove from the oven and let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes. Then, transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before frosting.

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