Moist Yellow Cake

Recipe View 5 mins Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour two 9x13 inch pans thoroughly. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 3 mins In a medium bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and baking soda. This ensures a light and even texture. Set aside. (3 minutes)

Recipe View 7 mins In a large bowl, using an electric mixer, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. This step is crucial for incorporating air into the batter, resulting in a tender cake. (5-7 minutes)

Recipe View 2 mins Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each egg is fully incorporated before adding the next. Stir in the vanilla extract. (2 minutes)

Recipe View 5 mins Gradually add the sifted flour mixture to the butter mixture, alternating with the buttermilk. Begin and end with the flour mixture. Mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix. Overmixing can develop the gluten in the flour, resulting in a tough cake. (3-5 minutes)

Recipe View 2 mins Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pans. (2 minutes)

Recipe View 40 mins Bake in the preheated oven for 35 to 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Begin checking for doneness at 35 minutes to prevent overbaking. (35-40 minutes)

Recipe View 10 mins Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before inverting them onto a wire rack to cool completely. (10 minutes)