Yellow Cake

Directions

1. 1
   In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder an salt.
2. 2
   In a small bowl, stir together water and vanilla.
3. 3
   Set both aside.
4. 4
   In a mixer bowl fitted with paddle attachment, ceam butter and sugar until light and fluffy, for 2 minutes.
5. 5
   Add eggs, on at a time, beating well between each addition.
6. 6
   Using a wooden spoon, stir in flour mixture alternating with water mixture, making three additions of flour and two of water, just until blended.
7. 7
   Divide batter equally between prepared pans.
8. 8
   Bake in preheated oven until light brown and a toothpick inserted into center comes out clean, 28 to 36 minutes.
9. 9
   Let cool in pans on a wire rack for 10 minutes before transferring to rack to cool completely.
10. 10
    For best results for decorating, wrap cakes inelastic wrap and freeze for 1 to 2 days.
11. 11
    Decorate with any of the icings (see Notes) or one of your favorites.