Yellow Cake

Yellow cake is a simple and rich version of vanilla cake. It uses egg yolks for color and flavor. This recipe also includes a tasty chocolate frosting. Perfect for birthdays or special treats!

Ingredients Table

Ingredients Description

• Flour & Cornstarch: Makes the cake soft and fluffy.
• Baking Powder: Helps the cake rise.
• Butter: Adds flavor and richness.
• Sugars: White and brown sugar give sweetness and soft texture.
• Eggs & Yolks: Extra yolks give the cake its yellow color and smooth taste.
• Milk: Adds moisture to the batter.
• Chocolate Frosting: Sweet and rich, pairs perfectly with yellow cake.

Cooking Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two 8-inch cake pans with parchment paper and spray with cooking spray.
2. In a bowl, mix flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and salt.
3. In another bowl, beat butter and both sugars until fluffy. Add eggs and yolks one by one. Mix in vanilla.
4. Add dry ingredients to wet ingredients and mix. Pour in milk and stir until smooth.
5. Divide the batter between pans. Bake 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
6. Let cakes cool for 10 minutes, then place them on a wire rack to cool completely.
7. To make frosting, beat melted butter, powdered sugar, and cocoa powder. Add cream, vanilla, and salt. Beat until fluffy.
8. Level the cakes if needed. Spread half the frosting on one cake, top with the second cake, and cover with the rest of the frosting.

Nutrition Info (Per Slice)

• Calories: ~450
• Fat: 22g
• Carbohydrates: 58g
• Protein: 6g
• Sugar: 40g

Cooking Tips

• Use room-temperature butter for better mixing.
• Don’t overmix the batter—it makes the cake dense.
• Use parchment paper to prevent sticking.
• Let cakes cool completely before frosting.