Basic Yellow Cake

Name: Basic Yellow Cake
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 20 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour; 2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1 1/3 cups granulated sugar; 3/4 cup salted butter, softened; 3 large eggs; 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla; 1 1/4 cups milk; 4 oz unsweetened baking chocolate, chopped; 3 cups powdered sugar; 1/2 cup salted butter, softened; 2 teaspoons vanilla; 1/3 cup milk

Instructions

Prep:20min

This classic, easy yellow cake recipe is our favorite—rich, moist, and delicious. We think yellow cake with chocolate frosting is ideal for any occasion.

Updated at: Mon, 10 Nov 2025 00:17:28 GMT