Homemade Moist Yellow Cake Recipe
Ingredients
Making a delicious yellow cake doesn't have to be difficult. This recipe is simple to make, yet moist and flavorful. All you need is the following:
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 3 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups white sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 1/4 cups milk
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 1/4 cup white sugar
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour one 9x13 inch pan.
In a medium bowl, combine flour, baking powder and salt. Set aside.
In a large bowl, cream together 1/2 cup butter and 1 1/2 cups sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla. Beat in the flour mixture alternately with the milk.
Pour batter into prepared pan. Bake in preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Cool cake in pan.
In a small bowl, mix together 1/4 cup melted butter and 1/4 cup sugar. Sprinkle over the top of the cooled cake. Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition
This cake is high in calories and saturated fat, so it should be enjoyed in moderation. One piece of cake (1/12 of the entire cake) contains approximately:
- 250 calories
- 11g fat
- 3g saturated fat
- 30g carbohydrates
- 2g dietary fiber
- 2g protein
It also contains 17g of sugar and 160mg of sodium.
This cake can be enjoyed as an occasional treat, but should not be eaten on a regular basis. Those on a diet may want to consider reducing the sugar and butter in the recipe to make it a bit healthier.
There are many variations on this recipe, such as adding different flavors, extracts, or fruits. Experiment and find your favorite!
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