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Classic Yellow Cake topped with chocolate frosting.

Classic Yellow Cake Recipe

This Classic Yellow Cake recipe is so delicious with a soft and moist cake topped with a tasty chocolate buttercream that just adds to the amazing flavor and texture.

Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Keyword Classic Yellow Cake
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 12 slices

Ingredients

  • 1½ cup butter unsalted, room temperature
  • 1¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs room temperature
  • 2 teaspoon real vanilla extract
  • 2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¾ cup whole milk

Instructions

  1. Set the oven to 350 degrees and use non-stick cooking spray such as Pan to grease a 9x13-inch sheet pan and set aside.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, add in the butter and sugar and combine until fully incorporated.
  3. Put in the eggs and vanilla and combine again.
  4. Gradually combine the wet and dry ingredients on low until the ingredients are fully combined.
  5. Add in the milk slowly.
  6. Add the prepared batter into the prepped sheet pan use use a spatula to spread evenly. Bake for 30 minutes in the preheated oven or until a toothpick comes out clean of batter.
  7. Take out and transfer to a wire rack to cool thoroughly. Top with chocolate frosting or whatever you prefer and slice right away. Enjoy!