Grammie Bea's Crisco Yellow Cake
Indulge in the nostalgic charm of *Grammie Bea's Crisco Yellow Cake*, a timeless dessert that’s as comforting as it is delicious. This classic recipe features tender cake layers made irresistibly moist and fluffy with the magic of Crisco shortening. With a perfectly balanced blend of creamy whole milk, fragrant vanilla extract, and a light, airy crumb, this yellow cake is a true crowd-pleaser for any occasion. Ready in just under an hour, it’s easy to whip up using simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, sugar, and eggs. Whether frosted to perfection or served plain with a cup of coffee, this buttery cake recipe will transport you straight to your grandmother’s kitchen. Serve it for birthdays, holidays, or as an everyday indulgence—this retro favorite never goes out of style!
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Ingredients
- 0.5 cup Crisco shortening
- 1.5 cups Granulated sugar
- 3 pieces Large eggs
- 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 2.5 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 cup Whole milk
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and lightly flour two 9-inch round cake pans or one 9x13-inch cake pan.
Step 2
In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to cream the Crisco shortening and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Step 3
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition to fully incorporate.
Step 4
In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
Step 5
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture in three parts, alternating with the whole milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients. Mix on low speed until just combined.
Step 6
Stir in the vanilla extract by hand to ensure even distribution.
Step 7
Pour the batter evenly into the prepared cake pan(s) and smooth the top with a spatula.
Step 8
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
Step 9
Remove the cake(s) from the oven and allow to cool in the pan(s) for 10 minutes. Then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 10
Frost and decorate as desired, or enjoy plain for a simple yet classic treat.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1135.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3694.0 |
| Total Fat 144.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 41.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g | |
| Cholesterol 587.3mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2610.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 549.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 8.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 313.4g | |
| Protein 57.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 227.4IU | 0% |
| Calcium 426.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 16.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 912.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories