Ingredients
The secret to making the best yellow cake ever starts with the ingredients. You will need 2 and ¾ cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, 1 teaspoon of salt, 2 sticks of unsalted butter, 1 and ½ cups of granulated sugar, 4 eggs, 1 and ½ cups of buttermilk, and 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract.
Instructions
Now that you have the ingredients, it’s time to make the cake. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and lightly grease two 8-inch round cake pans with non-stick cooking spray. In a medium-sized bowl, mix together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. In a separate bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, and mix until combined.
Add the buttermilk and vanilla extract to the butter and sugar mixture and mix until incorporated. Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined. Divide the batter between the two cake pans and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
Decorating
Once the cakes are cooled, you can begin to decorate. We recommend using a classic cream cheese frosting. Start by creaming together 8 ounces of cream cheese and 4 tablespoons of butter until light and fluffy. Slowly mix in 3 and ½ cups of powdered sugar and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Once all the ingredients are combined, you can spread the frosting over the top of the cake in an even layer.
The Final Step
To finish off the cake, top with colorful sprinkles and enjoy! With this recipe, you’ll be sure to make the best yellow cake ever. You won’t believe how delicious it is!