Did you know I bake lots of cakes? Like, lots and lots of lots of cakes? I had a homemade white cake recipe that I love but have been on the search for a good (and it must be GOOD) yellow cake recipe. This Yellow Cake Mix is the perfect way to get rid of box mixes or the perfect gift for a friend! This recipe also makes the perfect Birthday Cake!!!
Yellow Cake (Also Called Butter Cake)
There are two reasons that I finally ended up in this yellow cake recipe:
- It’s a one-bowl recipe.
- It uses whole eggs, not 8 egg yolks.
Oh, and one more… it’s the BEST! Tastes amazing.
(If you want this recipe written out to try my Birthday Cake recipe, it is the same delicious yellow cake only written to be made immediately.)
Homemade Cake Mix
The recipe is written to be stored. You prepare the dry ingredients, label them, and store them in your pantry. When you are ready to bake the yellow cake, you remove it from your pantry and add the wet ingredients.
It is a great option if you have a few extra minutes the week before a birthday or special occasion! Not only can making your own cake mixes save you time, but they taste amazing and are real, natural ingredients!
If you want a yellow cake recipe check out this Birthday Cake version. Detailed tips and tricks on how to make this yellow cake from scratch when you do not need to make the yellow cake mix.
Chocolate Buttercream
I couldn’t help but pair this yellow cake with rich chocolate buttercream, as that is my favorite combination.
Yellow Cupcakes
If you would like the CUPCAKE version of the best yellow cake, try this recipe for the Perfect Yellow Cupcake.
How to Gift Yellow Cake Mix
If you want to give this as a gift simply print out the ‘wet’ ingredients and the directions and attach them to the jar. Be sure to add some instructions, though. Something like, “After the cake is cooled call me and I will be right over.” 😉
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Yellow Cake
Equipment
- Stand mixer I like this one from Kenmore!
- Round cake pans (or you can use a 9×13 baking dish)
Ingredients
- 2 ¼ cups (281 g) all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups (300 g) granulated sugar
- 3 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 ¼ cups milk
- ⅛ cup vegetable oil
- ½ cup (1 stick or 113g) butter, softened
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs
Instructions
Measure flour into quart size mason jar.
- Add sugar on top, then baking powder, then salt. Place lid on jar. (My ingredients JUST fit)
When Ready to Prepare Cake Batter
- Place softened butter into a stand mixer and mix on medium for 1-2 minutes. (You can also use a hand-held mixer)
- Place dry ingredients into stand mixer and combine with butter for 30 seconds.
- Add milk, oil, vanilla and eggs and mix on medium-high for one minute.
- Pour batter into prepared pans. Bake at 350°F. For 8-inch pans it's 20-25 minutes. For cupcakes start checking around 15 minutes. To make in a 9×13, bake for 30-38 minutes. Cool before frosting.
Video
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Has anyone tried baking the cake mix as a soda cake? I.e. mixing soda or seltzer in lieu of eggs oil, butter?
Yellow Cake Mix – So awesome. I needed this recipe. Love that I can get a head start with the dry ingredients. Also appreciated the substitution for buttermilk. You are the best!!!
P.S I made the Apple Fritters a few months ago as I had requested the recipe. They turned out so good. They were moist and my Husband really enjoyed them. Again Thanks.
So glad!!
dont have electric mixer can i mix by hand?
Yes
Can you share the recipe of frosting that is applied on this yellow cake
Such a lovely recipe!
Can I use pineapple juice in the place of milk? Please let me know.
I haven’t tested that so can’t speak to its effectiveness.
How long to bake for a tube cake?
Is good I had to cook it for 45 minute though. How many calories are in it?
Hi Lilly,
I work for Iambaker and I am happy to answer your question. We updated the calories so you should see that in the recipe now (450 for 8 servings). The baking time will vary depending on how large your pan is, or how many you use (we used two 9 inch pans). Also, no two ovens are the same, some cook hotter than others, so its hard to say for sure. My best advice is to keep a close eye on it! I’m so glad yours turned out!
Hi Amanda. Do u know how many oz the dry mix is?
I do not.
Your ingredients say 1 1/4 cup of milk, but your video didnt have milk in it.
This is probably why my cake came out so wiggly. Why would you say to put milk if it doesnt require milk?! I just wasted all those ingredients now.
Always follow the written recipe.
How long will this last in mason jar in pantry?
Hi, Sarah! I work with iambaker and am happy to help with questions. In an airtight container, stored in a cool, dry place, the mix will last up to three months. Have a great day!