Versatile Fluffy Yellow Cake
This delightful Fluffy Yellow Cake is the foundation of countless delectable desserts. Its rich and moist texture makes it an ideal canvas for creative flavor enhancements. Whether you choose to infuse it with zesty lemon or orange, transform it into a luscious chocolate cake with cocoa powder, or elevate it with almond essence, the possibilities are endless. Featuring fruits like chopped apples or peaches can also add a refreshing twist. This reliable recipe ensures you'll have a perfect cake every time, ready for any occasion, whether it's a birthday, celebration, or just a sweet treat at home.
12
Servings
200
Calories
8
Ingredients
Ingredients
Cake Flour
2 1/2 cups (Sifted)
Baking Powder
1 1/2 teaspoons (Sifted)
Baking Soda
1/2 teaspoon (Sifted)
Granulated Sugar
1 1/4 cups (None)
Margarine
3/4 cup (Room temperature)
Vanilla Extract
1 teaspoon (None)
Large Eggs
3 (Room temperature)
Buttermilk
3/4 cup (Room temperature)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your cake pans by greasing and flouring them.
2
In a mixing bowl, sift together the cake flour, baking powder, and baking soda. Set aside.
3
In a separate large bowl, cream together the sugar and margarine until light and fluffy.
4
Add vanilla extract and incorporate the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully integrated before adding the next.
5
Gradually add the sifted dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the buttermilk. Mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
6
Evenly distribute the batter into the prepared cake pans.
7
Place the pans in the middle rack of the oven and bake for 27 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
8
Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
9
Once cooled, feel free to frost or fill the cakes as desired. For additional creativity, you can also bake the batter in a 13 x 9 inch or Bundt pan.
10
For a stunning orange marble cake, reserve 1 cup of the batter and combine it with 2 to 3 squares of melted and cooled semi-sweet chocolate. Add orange zest to the remaining batter and swirl the chocolate batter through the orange batter before baking.
Nutrition Information
8.5g
Fat
29g
Carbs
2.5g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Versatile Fluffy Yellow Cake?
It is a rich and moist cake that serves as a foundation for many desserts and can be easily customized with different flavors.
How many servings does this recipe yield?
This recipe yields 12 servings.
What is the calorie count per serving?
Each serving contains 200 calories.
How much fat is in a serving of this cake?
There are 8.5g of fat per serving.
What are the carbohydrates per serving?
Each serving contains 29g of carbohydrates.
What is the protein content per serving?
There are 2.5g of protein per serving.
What temperature should the oven be preheated to?
The oven should be preheated to 350°F (175°C).
How should the cake pans be prepared?
The cake pans should be prepared by greasing and flouring them.
Which dry ingredients should be sifted together?
The cake flour, baking powder, and baking soda should be sifted together.
What is the first step in mixing the wet ingredients?
The sugar and margarine should be creamed together until light and fluffy.
How should the eggs be added to the mixture?
Add the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully integrated before adding the next.
What is the technique for combining dry and wet ingredients?
Gradually add the sifted dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the buttermilk.
Is there a warning about mixing the batter?
Yes, you should mix until just combined and be careful not to overmix.
Where should the pans be placed in the oven?
Place the pans on the middle rack of the oven.
How long does the cake need to bake?
The cake should bake for 27 to 35 minutes.
How do I know when the cake is done?
The cake is done when a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
How long should the cakes cool in the pans?
Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring them.
Where should the cakes finish cooling?
The cakes should finish cooling completely on a wire rack.
What amount of cake flour is required?
The recipe requires 2 1/2 cups of sifted cake flour.
How much baking powder is used?
Use 1 1/2 teaspoons of sifted baking powder.
What is the amount of baking soda needed?
The recipe calls for 1/2 teaspoon of sifted baking soda.
How much granulated sugar is in the recipe?
The recipe uses 1 1/4 cups of granulated sugar.
What quantity of margarine is required?
You will need 3/4 cup of room temperature margarine.
How much vanilla extract should be added?
Add 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
How many eggs are used in this cake?
This recipe uses 3 large room temperature eggs.
What is the volume of buttermilk needed?
The recipe requires 3/4 cup of room temperature buttermilk.
Can I bake this batter in a Bundt pan?
Yes, the batter can be baked in a Bundt pan or a 13 x 9 inch pan.
How do I make an orange marble cake variation?
Reserve 1 cup of batter to mix with melted chocolate, add orange zest to the rest, and swirl the two together.
What type of chocolate is used for the marble variation?
Use 2 to 3 squares of melted and cooled semi-sweet chocolate.
What other flavor infusions are suggested?
You can infuse the cake with lemon, orange, almond essence, or cocoa powder for a chocolate version.