Description
Indulge in the comforting nostalgia of homemade yellow cake with this simple recipe that turns a basic mix into a delightful dessert. Fluffy and golden, this cake is perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or any occasion that calls for a sweet treat. Customize it with your favorite frosting or exciting add-ins to create a memorable masterpiece that will impress everyone at the table. Get ready to bake some cherished memories!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box yellow cake mix (15.25 oz)
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup water
- ? cup vegetable oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
- Frosting of your choice (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350?F (175?C). Grease and flour two round baking pans or line with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, eggs, water, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract (if using). Mix until smooth.
- Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pans and gently tap to release air bubbles.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Let cool in pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
- Frost as desired or dust with powdered sugar before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (80g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg