Here’s a delightful recipe for a classic yellow butter cake with rich chocolate cream cheese frosting:
Yellow Butter Cake
Ingredients:
- 2 1/2 cups (320g) all-purpose flour
- 2 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup (230g) unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups (400g) granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs, room temperature
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup (240ml) whole milk, room temperature
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large bowl, beat the butter and sugar with an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture in three additions, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the flour mixture. Mix until just combined.
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and smooth the tops.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then turn them out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Chocolate Cream Cheese Frosting
Ingredients:
- 8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
- 3 1/2 cups (420g) powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup (45g) unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2-3 tbsp heavy cream (as needed)
Instructions:
- In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and butter together until smooth and creamy.
- Sift in the powdered sugar and cocoa powder to avoid lumps, and beat until well combined.
- Add the vanilla extract and mix until incorporated.
- Gradually add the heavy cream, one tablespoon at a time, until the frosting reaches your desired consistency. It should be smooth and spreadable.
Assembly:
- Place one cake layer on a serving plate or cake stand. Spread a layer of frosting on top.
- Place the second cake layer on top and frost the top and sides of the cake.
- Decorate as desired. Serve and enjoy!
This recipe makes a classic, moist yellow butter cake paired perfectly with the creamy, rich chocolate cream cheese frosting. Enjoy!