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Yellow Birthday Cake with Chocolate Frosting

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A classic yellow birthday cake with rich chocolate frosting, offering a delightful balance of buttery sweetness and deep chocolate richness.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup milk
  • 3 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (for frosting)
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened (for frosting)
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. Cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. Combine the flour, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl. Gradually add this to the creamed mixture, alternating with milk.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared pans and smooth the tops.
  6. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Allow to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
  8. For frosting, beat together butter and cocoa powder, then gradually add powdered sugar and heavy cream until fluffy.
  9. Spread frosting between the layers and on top and sides of the cake.
  10. Slice, serve, and enjoy!

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for best results. Store leftover cake in an airtight container.

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