Classic Yellow Cake

Classic Yellow Cake

A light and fluffy vanilla-scented cake with tender crumb that's perfect for any celebration.

⏱ 40 minServes 12American

Ingredients

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

Directions

  1. 1Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
  2. 2Whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
  3. 3Cream butter and sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
  4. 4Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract.
  5. 5Alternate adding flour mixture and milk, beginning and ending with flour.
  6. 6Pour batter into prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. 7Cool in pan for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack to cool completely.

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