Four-Egg Yellow Cake

Let's Cook

1. Step 1.

   Whisk together well in a medium bowl: 2 ⅔ cups sifted (265g) cake flour; 2 ¼ teaspoons baking powder; ½ teaspoon salt

2. Step 2.

   Combine in another bowl or in a liquid measuring cup: 1 cup (235g) milk; 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla

3. Step 3.

   Beat in a large bowl, or in a stand mixer with the paddle attachment, until creamy.: 2 sticks (8 oz or 225g) unsalted butter, softened

4. Step 4.

   Gradually add and beat on high speed until light, 3 to 5 minutes: 1 ¾ cups (350g) sugar

5. Step 5.

   Beat in one at a time: 4 large eggs

6. Step 6.

   On low speed, add the flour mixture in 3 parts, alternating with the milk mixture in 2 parts, beating until smooth. Divide the batter among the pans and spread evenly. Bake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, 25 to 30 minutes.

7. Step 7.

   Let cool in the pans on a rack for 15 minutes, then invert the cakes onto the rack, peel off the parchment, and turn them right side up to cool completely. Fill and frost as desired.