For a richer flavor, use butter-flavored shortening. Be careful not to overmix the batter, as this can result in a tough cake. To ensure even baking, use cake strips around the cake pans. This cake is delicious frosted with your favorite buttercream or cream cheese frosting.
One - Two - Three - Four Cake III
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PREP TIME0 mins
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COOK TIME0 mins
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TOTAL TIME0 mins
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SERVING36 People
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VIEWS48
This classic yellow cake earns its whimsical name from its simple, memorable ingredient ratios: one cup of shortening, two cups of sugar, three cups of flour, and four eggs. Enhanced with the delicate flavors of vanilla and almond, it's a timeless treat perfect for any occasion.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate20 g
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Cholesterol21 mg
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Fiber0 g
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Protein2 g
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Saturated Fat2 g
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Sodium65 mg
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Sugar12 g
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Fat7 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
Recipe View 5 mins Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour three 9-inch round cake pans. (5 minutes)
02 Step
Recipe View 2 mins In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour and baking powder. Set aside. (2 minutes)
03 Step
Recipe View 1 mins In a separate small bowl, combine the milk, vanilla extract, and almond extract. Set aside. (1 minute)
04 Step
Recipe View 5 mins In a large mixing bowl, cream together the shortening and sugar until light and fluffy. This may take 3-5 minutes with an electric mixer. (5 minutes)
05 Step
Recipe View 3 mins Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition until fully incorporated. (3 minutes)
06 Step
Recipe View 5 mins Gradually add the dry ingredients (flour and baking powder) to the wet ingredients (shortening, sugar, eggs), alternating with the milk mixture, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined; do not overmix. (5 minutes)
07 Step
Recipe View 2 mins Divide the batter evenly among the prepared cake pans. (2 minutes)
08 Step
Recipe View 30 mins Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. (25-30 minutes)
09 Step
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)
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Danielle Welch
Jun 18, 2025I added a lemon zest to the batter and it was amazing! Thanks for the great recipe.
Thelma Cassin
Apr 28, 2025My family loved this cake! It was moist and flavorful, and the recipe was easy to follow.
Georgette Gibson
Apr 3, 2025This cake turned out perfectly! The almond extract gives it such a lovely flavor.
Jerome Terry
Mar 2, 2025I've been making this cake for years, and it's always a hit. So easy and delicious!