This Classic Yellow Cake recipe is a staple in American baking. With its moist and fluffy texture, and buttery vanilla flavor, it's perfect for any occasion. It's easy to make and will surely impress your friends and family.
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup whole milk
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate large bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs, one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients, alternating with the milk, until just combined.
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans and smooth the tops.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before frosting.
Interesting Facts
This yellow cake recipe can be easily customized by adding different extracts or mix-ins, such as lemon zest or chocolate chips.
You can also turn this recipe into cupcakes by dividing the batter among muffin tins and baking for 15-20 minutes.