Description
Yellow Cake with Chocolate Frosting is a classic dessert that combines a soft, buttery yellow cake with a rich, smooth chocolate frosting. This simple yet indulgent cake is perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or any time you’re craving a sweet, comforting treat. The balance between the fluffy cake and the decadent chocolate topping makes it a timeless favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Yellow Cake:
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup whole milk
For the Chocolate Frosting:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup whole milk (more if needed)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Prepare the cake batter:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans or line them with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Bake the cake:
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans. Smooth the tops with a spatula.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
- Prepare the chocolate frosting:
- In a medium bowl, beat the softened butter with the cocoa powder until smooth.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar, milk, vanilla extract, and salt. Beat on medium speed until smooth and creamy, adding more milk if necessary to reach a spreadable consistency.
- Assemble the cake:
- Once the cakes are completely cool, place one layer on a serving platter. Spread a generous amount of frosting on top.
- Place the second cake layer on top and frost the top and sides of the entire cake with the remaining chocolate frosting.
- Serve:
- Slice and serve the cake. Enjoy!
Notes
- You can add a layer of filling between the cake layers, such as fruit preserves, whipped cream, or more frosting, for extra flavor.
- The frosting recipe makes enough to cover the cake generously, but you can double it for a thicker layer of frosting.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- To make the cake ahead of time, you can freeze the un-frosted cake layers for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature before frosting.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American