1-Ready to get your hands dirty with this Classic Yellow Cake Recipe? Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C) and preparing three 6-inch round cake pans by buttering and flouring them this sets the stage for a smooth baking process. In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, corn starch, and salt, then set it aside for later.

2-Next, cream the room temperature butter and granulated sugar until they’re light and fluffy, which is what gives your cake that dreamy texture. Add the vegetable oil and vanilla extract, mixing well and scraping down the bowl to ensure everything blends evenly. Now, add the eggs one at a time, followed by the egg yolks, mixing until fully incorporated each time.

3-Alternate adding the dry mixture and buttermilk to the batter, starting and ending with the dry ingredients, and mix on low speed just until combined don’t overdo it to keep the cake airy. Divide the batter evenly into your pans, smooth the tops, and bake for about 30 minutes until the centers spring back when touched. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then invert them onto wire racks to cool completely. This method works great for dietary tweaks too, like using plant-based milk.