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Moist Classic Yellow Cake with Creamy Chocolate Frosting

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A nostalgic, tender, and moist yellow cake paired with rich, creamy chocolate frosting. Perfect for birthdays, potlucks, or any special occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ½ cups (320g) all-purpose flour
  • 2 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup (227g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 ¾ cups (350g) granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 cup (240ml) whole milk, room temperature
  • For the Frosting:
  • 1 cup (227g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 ½ cups (440g) powdered sugar, sifted
  • ½ cup (45g) unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ¼ cup (60ml) heavy cream or whole milk
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans or line with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, beat softened butter and granulated sugar on medium speed for 3-4 minutes until light and fluffy.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
  5. Reduce mixer speed to low. Add dry ingredients in three batches, alternating with milk, starting and ending with dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
  6. Divide batter evenly between pans (about 2 ½ cups or 600ml each). Smooth tops gently.
  7. Bake for 30-35 minutes until a toothpick inserted comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
  8. Cool cakes in pans for 10 minutes, then turn out onto wire racks to cool completely (about 1 hour).
  9. For frosting, beat softened butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar and cocoa powder, alternating with heavy cream and vanilla extract. Beat on high for 3-4 minutes until fluffy. Add a pinch of salt.
  10. Place one cake layer on serving plate. Spread a generous layer of frosting on top. Add second layer and cover entire cake with remaining frosting.
  11. Chill cake for 30 minutes before slicing for best results.

Notes

Use room temperature ingredients for best results. Do not overmix batter after adding flour to avoid a dense cake. Sift powdered sugar and cocoa powder for smooth frosting. Chill cake before slicing to set frosting. For gluten-free, substitute flour with gluten-free blend. For dairy-free, use vegan margarine and coconut cream.

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