Yellow Cake

This buttery soft classic is moist, tender, and melt-in-your-mouth delicious. Add rich chocolate frosting for the perfect sweet combination. We're talking about a fantastic all-around dessert for everyday and special occasions.

Course Dessert

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 30

Resting Time 10

Total Time 55

Servings

Calories 687kcal

Author Imma

Ingredients

2¾ cups cake flour
1 teaspoon salt
2½ teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon lemon zest (optional)
1 teaspoon nutmeg (optional)
1 cup butter
1 cup granulated sugar
½ cup brown sugar
3 large eggs
3 egg yolks
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
¾ cup milk
8 ounces butter
4-5 cups powdered sugar
¾ cup cocoa powder
2-4 tablespoons milk
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Pinch of salt

Instructions

Yellow Cake

Preheat the oven to 350℉/177℃.
Whisk together flour, salt, baking powder, lemon zest, and nutmeg in a large bowl.
In another large bowl, with a hand mixer (or in the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment), beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
Add eggs and yolks, one at a time until well combined, scraping down sides of bowl occasionally, then add vanilla.
Add dry ingredients to wet ingredients and mix just until combined. Do not overmix.
Add milk and mix just until combined. Do not overmix.
Divide batter evenly between prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the middle comes out clean.
Let cool for 10 minutes, then invert onto a wire cooling rack to cool completely.

Chocolate Frosting

Sift together cocoa powder and powdered sugar. Then add softened butter, milk, and vanilla, and mix with an electric mixer until fully combined. Set aside.
Once the cake has cooled down completely, ice the cake and decorate with sprinkles.

Notes

Be careful not to overmix or overbake for a perfectly moist cake. If your cake turns out drier than you wanted, you can drizzle it with a tablespoon of milk or simple syrup and let it soak in for about 10 minutes.
Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for a smoother, creamier texture.
Please keep in mind that the nutritional information is a rough estimate and can vary significantly based on the products used in the recipe.

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