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Super Moist Yellow Butter Cake

This Super Moist Yellow Butter Cake is incredibly fluffy and rich in buttery flavor, making it a perfect treat for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • ½ cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 3 large eggs
  • 2 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ teaspoon salt

Equipment

  • Two 9-inch round cake pans
  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer or whisk
  • Rubber spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Cooling rack

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease and flour your 9-inch round cake pans.
  3. In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  4. In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  5. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then add the vanilla extract.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk.
  7. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans.
  8. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Notes

For the moistest cake, avoid overmixing the batter once the flour is added.