Yellow Cake with Chocolate Buttercream Frosting
Yellow cake gets its name from the yellow color of the butter and egg yolks used in the batter.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 80 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 12.
Yellow Cake with Chocolate Buttercream Frosting
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
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In a large bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs, one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk. Mix until just combined.
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Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Remove the cakes from the oven and let them cool in the pans for 10 minutes. Then transfer the cakes to a wire rack to cool completely.
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In a small bowl, sift the cocoa powder and powdered sugar together. In a separate bowl, beat the butter until creamy. Gradually add the cocoa mixture, alternating with the heavy cream, until the desired consistency is reached.
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Place one cake layer on a serving plate and spread a layer of chocolate buttercream frosting on top. Place the second cake layer on top and frost the top and sides of the cake with the remaining frosting.
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In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the semi-sweet chocolate in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth. Drizzle the melted chocolate over the frosted cake.
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Let the cake sit for at least 30 minutes to allow the frosting to set before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 12
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 420kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 19g30%
- Total Carbohydrate 60g20%
- Sugars 45g
- Protein 4g8%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
