Sunny Delight Yellow Cake
This Sunny Delight Yellow Cake, a cherished recipe since December 27, 2002, is a delightful and moist cake that has become a staple for celebrations and birthday parties alike. With a rich buttery flavor, fluffy texture, and a light crumb, it's the perfect canvas for any frosting, making it a favorite among kids and adults. Whether you're baking for a special occasion or simply to brighten up a rainy day, this cake promises to bring joy to your table and smiles to your loved ones.
10-12
Servings
267
Calories
10
Ingredients
Ingredients
Eggs, large
4 (Separated into whites and yolks)
Butter
3/4 cup (At room temperature)
Granulated sugar
2 cups (N/A)
Vanilla extract
2 teaspoons (N/A)
All-purpose flour
2 3/4 cups (N/A)
Baking powder
1 1/2 teaspoons (N/A)
Baking soda
1/2 teaspoon (N/A)
Salt
1/4 teaspoon (N/A)
Buttermilk
1 cup (Measured in a liquid measuring cup)
Frosting
To taste (For icing the cake)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare a 9x13-inch baking pan by greasing it with butter or cooking spray and dusting it with flour to prevent sticking.
2
In a medium mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form. Set aside.
3
In a larger mixing bowl, cream the softened butter for 1-2 minutes until smooth. Gradually add in the granulated sugar, continuing to cream for another 2 minutes until the mixture is light and fluffy.
4
Add the egg yolks all at once and blend well for about a minute, until combined along with the vanilla extract.
5
In another bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Use a spatula to mix thoroughly.
6
Measure the buttermilk into a liquid measuring cup.
7
Begin incorporating the flour mixture into the butter-sugar mixture, adding about a third of the flour first and mixing well.
8
Next, add half of the buttermilk and mix until just combined. Repeat with another third of the flour mixture, then the remaining buttermilk, and finally finish with the last of the flour mixture. Be careful not to overbeat.
9
Gently fold the previously beaten egg whites into the batter using a rubber spatula until fully incorporated.
10
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula. Bake in the preheated oven for about 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
11
Once finished, remove the cake from the oven and set it on a cooling rack. Allow it to cool completely before frosting.
12
Frost the cooled cake with your choice of frosting, leaving it bare for simple designs or preparing decorators' frosting for a more elaborate look.
13
To create decorations, divide the decorators' frosting into four small bowls and tint each with food coloring. Fill a pastry bag with the colored frosting, securing the coupler and attaching the desired piping tip.
14
Use piping techniques to design a rainy day scene, adding clouds, raindrops, and a figure with an umbrella. For flowers, switch to a star tip for petals and a leaf tip for the leaves.
15
Finish by piping a decorative border around the cake, if desired.
Nutrition Information
13g
Fat
35g
Carbs
3g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sunny Delight Yellow Cake?
It is a moist and fluffy yellow cake with a rich buttery flavor, perfect for celebrations and birthdays.
How many servings does this recipe yield?
This recipe makes 10 to 12 servings.
What is the calorie count per serving?
Each serving contains approximately 267 calories.
What is the recommended oven temperature?
The oven should be preheated to 350°F (175°C).
What size baking pan is required?
You should use a 9x13-inch baking pan.
How should I prepare the baking pan?
Grease the pan with butter or cooking spray and dust it with flour to prevent the cake from sticking.
How should the eggs be prepared for this cake?
The four large eggs should be separated into whites and yolks before starting.
What is the first step with the egg whites?
Beat the egg whites in a medium bowl until stiff peaks form, then set them aside.
How long should I cream the butter and sugar?
Cream the butter for 1-2 minutes until smooth, then add sugar and cream for another 2 minutes until light and fluffy.
When do I add the egg yolks?
Add the egg yolks all at once after the butter and sugar are creamed, blending for about a minute.
What dry ingredients are needed?
The dry ingredients include all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
How do I incorporate the flour and buttermilk?
Alternate adding the flour mixture and buttermilk, starting and ending with the flour, mixing until just combined.
How do I add the beaten egg whites to the batter?
Gently fold the egg whites into the batter using a rubber spatula until they are fully incorporated.
How long does the cake need to bake?
Bake the cake for approximately 35 minutes.
How can I tell if the cake is finished baking?
The cake is done when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Should the cake be cooled before frosting?
Yes, allow the cake to cool completely on a cooling rack before applying any frosting.
What kind of frosting is best for this cake?
You can use any frosting of your choice; decorators' frosting is recommended if you want to create elaborate designs.
How much butter is used in the recipe?
The recipe calls for 3/4 cup of butter at room temperature.
What is the fat content per serving?
There are 13 grams of fat per serving.
How many carbohydrates are in a slice?
Each slice contains 35 grams of carbohydrates.
How much protein does the cake provide?
The cake provides 3 grams of protein per serving.
How do I create a rainy day scene on the cake?
Use tinted frosting in pastry bags with different tips to pipe clouds, raindrops, and an umbrella figure.
What piping tip should I use for flowers?
Use a star tip for the flower petals and a leaf tip for the leaves.
How many teaspoons of vanilla extract are required?
The recipe requires 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract.
Can I add a decorative border to the cake?
Yes, you can pipe a decorative border around the edges of the cake if desired.
What makes this cake suitable for birthdays?
Its light crumb and rich buttery flavor make it an excellent canvas for any frosting and decoration.
How much buttermilk is used?
The recipe uses 1 cup of buttermilk.
Is this a vintage recipe?
This has been a cherished recipe since December 27, 2002.
What is the texture of the Sunny Delight Yellow Cake?
The cake has a fluffy texture and a light crumb.
What are the main tags for this recipe?
Tags include cake, yellow cake, birthday cake, dessert, and moist cake.