Nickey's Simple Yellow Cake
Nickey's Simple Yellow Cake is the perfect go-to recipe for a classic, buttery dessert that's as versatile as it is delicious. This recipe combines pantry staples like all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract to create a moist, tender cake with just the right sweetness. With a quick prep time of just 15 minutes and a straightforward mixing method, it's ideal for both novice bakers and seasoned pros. The light crumb and golden hue make it an irresistible centerpiece for any occasion, whether you frost it lavishly or enjoy it plain with a hint of nostalgia. Bake this foolproof yellow cake to wow your family or friends—it serves 12 and pairs beautifully with any topping, from chocolate ganache to fresh fruit. Perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or an everyday treat, this easy homemade yellow cake recipe will become a staple in your baking repertoire.
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Ingredients
- 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 1.75 cups Granulated sugar
- 2.5 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.75 cup Unsalted butter (softened)
- 4 pieces Large eggs
- 1.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 1 cup Whole milk
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans or line them with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
Step 3
In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 3–4 minutes.
Step 4
Add the eggs to the butter-sugar mixture one at a time, beating well after each addition. Then mix in the vanilla extract.
Step 5
Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients in three parts, alternating with the whole milk in two parts (starting and ending with the flour mixture). Beat until just combined after each addition, being careful not to overmix.
Step 6
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans, smoothing the tops with a spatula.
Step 7
Bake in the preheated oven for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean.
Step 8
Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 9
Once cooled, frost and decorate as desired, or enjoy as is!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1292.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 4158.7 |
| Total Fat 174.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 102.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g | |
| Cholesterol 1160.8mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2705.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 600.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 8.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 363.3g | |
| Protein 64.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 354.9IU | 0% |
| Calcium 491.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 18.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1014.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories