Yellow Velvet Cake
A delightfully rich, moist, and tender dessert with vibrant layers and creamy frosting, perfect for special occasions.
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 400kcal
Ingredients
For the Cake
- 2.5 cups 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour This gives a fluffy backbone to the cake.
- 1.5 cups 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar Sweetness that melts harmoniously.
- 1 teaspoon 1 teaspoon baking soda The secret to its lovely lift.
- 1 teaspoon 1 teaspoon salt Just a pinch to enhance all flavors.
- 1 cup 1 cup buttermilk Adds moisture and a subtle tang.
- 1 cup 1 cup vegetable oil Ensures that tender crumb you seek.
- 3 large 3 large eggs Each yolk brings that golden gleam and richness.
- 1 tablespoon 1 tablespoon vanilla extract The warm, comforting aroma of vanilla.
- 1 tablespoon 1 tablespoon lemon zest A refreshing zest, brightening the flavor.
- Yellow food coloring Intensifies the joyful color of the cake.
For the Frosting
- 8 oz 8 oz cream cheese, softened Rich and creamy for frosting.
- 1/2 cup 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened Adds smoothness and depth.
- 4 cups 4 cups powdered sugar Sweetness for the perfect creamy consistency.
- 1 teaspoon 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Enhances the rich frosting flavor.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- Whisk together flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt in a large mixing bowl.
- In a separate bowl, mix buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, vanilla extract, lemon zest, and yellow food coloring.
- Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until well combined.
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.
Baking
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Frosting Assembly
- For the cream cheese frosting, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth.
- Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, beating until creamy.
- Once the cakes are completely cooled, frost the top of one cake layer, then place the second layer on top and frost the top and sides of the cake.
- Optional: Decorate with sprinkles or additional lemon zest.
Serving
- Slice and serve!
Notes
Ensure your ingredients are at room temperature for easy blending. Measure your flour accurately to avoid a dense cake. Always preheat your oven. Allow the cakes to cool completely before frosting.