A classic, buttery yellow cake with a tender crumb and golden hue, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients:
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup milk
Instructions:
- Preheat and Prepare:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease and flour a 9×13 inch baking pan or two 9-inch round cake pans.
- Dry Ingredients:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Cream Butter and Sugar:
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Add Eggs and Vanilla: * Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Bake:
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan(s).
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool:
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
- Frost (Optional):
- Once the cake has fully cooled, frost with your favorite frosting. A simple vanilla buttercream or chocolate frosting works wonderfully.
Enjoy your golden baked cake!