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Classic Homemade Yellow Cake

A soft, buttery yellow cake that is perfect for any birthday celebration.

By Daily Recipes Book· 🌍 American· July 27, 2026
Classic Homemade Yellow Cake
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Prep
20 minutes
Cook
30 minutes
Total
50 minutes
Serves
12

There is truly nothing better than a classic yellow cake with a moist crumb and a buttery flavor. I have spent a lot of time in my kitchen testing this recipe to make sure it comes out perfect every single time you bake it.

My secret to getting that perfect texture is to make sure all your refrigerated ingredients are at room temperature before you start mixing. It makes a big difference in how the batter comes together.

Ingredients

  • 2 and 1/2 cups cake flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 and 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs, at room temperature
  • 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 cup whole milk, at room temperature

Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and grease two 9 inch round cake pans.

  2. 2

    Whisk the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt together in a medium bowl.

  3. 3

    In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy.

  4. 4

    Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract.

  5. 5

    Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk, and mix until just combined.

  6. 6

    Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans.

  7. 7

    Bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

  8. 8

    Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before moving them to a wire rack to cool completely.

💡 Tips

Make sure your eggs and milk are at room temperature to help the batter emulsify properly. Store any leftover cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days. This cake pairs beautifully with a classic chocolate buttercream frosting.

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