Basic Yellow Cake

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 350°F Grease and flour 2 9-inch cake pans.
2. 2
   In bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt with a wire whisk.
3. 3
   Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs, one at a time.
4. 4
   Add vanilla and mix until completely combines. Slowly add flour alternately with milk. At end of addition batter should be smooth. Divide between 2 pans.
5. 5
   Bake for 20 to 25 minutes. Cool 5 minutes in pan, then invert onto a rack and cool completely before frosting.
6. 6
   For a 9 x 13 pan - Baked at 350 degrees F. for 30 to 38 minutes.