Yellow Butter Cake

 

Yellow Butter Cake – Soft, Moist & Perfectly Golden

This classic Yellow Butter Cake is rich, tender, and wonderfully moist with a delicate buttery flavor. Made with simple pantry ingredients, it bakes into a beautiful golden cake that's perfect for birthdays, celebrations, afternoon tea, or simply enjoying with a cup of coffee.

The combination of butter, vanilla, and a hint of orange zest creates a warm homemade flavor that everyone loves.

Flavor & Texture Highlights

• Soft and fluffy crumb
• Rich buttery flavor
• Beautiful golden color
• Perfect for frosting or serving plain

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• Why You'll Love This Recipe
• Ingredients
• Instructions
• Tips
• Storage

Why You'll Love This Recipe

• Simple everyday ingredients
• Perfect for beginners
• Moist and fluffy texture
• Great base for layered cakes

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup fresh milk
• 1 cup vegetable oil (sunflower or corn oil)
• 3 large eggs
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 tablespoon orange zest (optional)
• 1 pinch salt

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Oven

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and lightly flour a 9-inch round cake pan or loaf pan.

Step 2: Mix Dry Ingredients

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.

Step 3: Combine Wet Ingredients

In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs and sugar until light and slightly fluffy. Add the vegetable oil, milk, vanilla extract, and orange zest if using.

Step 4: Make the Batter

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing gently until a smooth batter forms. Avoid overmixing.

Step 5: Fill the Pan

Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the surface evenly.

Step 6: Bake

Bake for 35–40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 7: Cool

Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 8: Serve

Serve plain, dusted with powdered sugar, or topped with your favorite frosting.

Tips for Success

• Use room-temperature eggs and milk for a smoother batter
• Do not overmix once the flour is added
• Add orange zest for a subtle citrus aroma
• Check the cake a few minutes before the recommended baking time

Storage

Store covered at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Refrigerate for up to 5 days in an airtight container.

Freeze individual slices for up to 2 months.

Yellow Butter Cake Recipe Card

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Bake Time: 40 minutes

Total Time: 55 minutes

Servings: 10–12 slices

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 cup milk
• 1 cup vegetable oil
• 3 eggs
• 1 tbsp baking powder
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 tbsp orange zest (optional)
• Pinch of salt

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Mix flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. Whisk eggs, sugar, oil, milk, vanilla, and zest.
4. Combine wet and dry ingredients.
5. Pour into prepared pan.
6. Bake for 35–40 minutes.
7. Cool completely before serving.

Final Thoughts

This Yellow Butter Cake is simple, soft, and beautifully golden with a rich homemade flavor. Whether served plain or decorated for a special occasion, it's a timeless cake recipe you'll want to make again and again.