Ingredients
2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 ¾ cups granulated sugar
2 ½ teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
½ cup unsalted butter, softened
2 large eggs
2 large egg yolks
1 cup whole milk
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
½ teaspoon lemon zest (optional)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C)
Prepare pans by greasing and dusting with flour
In a large bowl, cream softened butter and granulated sugar
Add eggs and egg yolks one at a time, mixing well after each addition
Combine flour, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl
Gradually alternate adding dry ingredients and milk to the butter mixture, beginning and ending with dry ingredients
Mix in vanilla extract and optional lemon zest
Pour batter into prepared pans and smooth evenly
Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean
Cool completely before frosting or dusting with powdered sugar
Notes
Room temperature ingredients are crucial for proper emulsification and texture.
Use a high-quality vanilla extract for best flavor.
Lebanese cuisine often uses this cake as a base for creams;
Storage instructions: Keep in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 35
- Category: Classic American Cake Recipes
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 45mg