Description
Indulge in this rich and moist yellow layer cake that’s perfect for any celebration. With fluffy layers and creamy frosting, it will be a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- ¾ cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- Frosting of your choice (buttercream or cream cheese)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Gradually mix in dry ingredients alternately with milk until just combined.
- Divide batter evenly into prepared pans and smooth tops.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool cakes in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely before frosting.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Substitute almond extract for a unique flavor twist. Layer fresh fruit or flavored jams between the cake layers for added taste. Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature before mixing for best results.