Classic Layer Cake

This classic cake is what you would typically get from a cake mix, but this is how you make it from scratch. This cake is great for birthdays or other special occassions such as Valentine's Day.

Servings: 8-10

Ingredients:


8 <a href="javascript:openCalcWindow(8.00000, 'tablespoon')">tablespoon</a>	(1 stick) butter
2 <a href="javascript:openCalcWindow(2.00000, 'teaspoon')">teaspoon</a>	baking powder
4 large	eggs
0.5 <a href="javascript:openCalcWindow(0.50000, 'cup')">cup</a>	milk
4 <a href="javascript:openCalcWindow(4.00000, 'tablespoon')">tablespoon</a>	oil
0.25 <a href="javascript:openCalcWindow(0.25000, 'teaspoon')">teaspoon</a>	salt
1.5 <a href="javascript:openCalcWindow(1.50000, 'cup')">cup</a>	sugar
2 <a href="javascript:openCalcWindow(2.00000, 'teaspoon')">teaspoon</a>	vanilla extract
1 <a href="javascript:openCalcWindow(1.00000, 'cup')">cup</a>	white flour
0.75 <a href="javascript:openCalcWindow(0.75000, 'cup')">cup</a>	whole wheat flour
4 <a href="javascript:openCalcWindow(4.00000, 'tablespoon')">tablespoon</a>	yogurt

Directions:

Step 1

Beat the eggs, milk, and vanilla with a fork in a small bowl. Separate out 1 cup of the mixture.

Step 2

In a mixer, combine the flour, sugar, baking bowder, and salt. Mix in the mixer until even. With the mixer on low, mix in the butter, oil, and yogurt until blended. Add the 1 cup of egg mixture and mix on low until even. Increase the speed to medium-high and beat until light and fluffy. Add the remaining egg mixture with the mixer on medium-high until thoroughly combined.

Step 3

Place the batter evenly in two oiled cake pans. Bake at 350 degrees F for 20-25 minutes or until the tops are slightly brown and the inside is cooked.

Step 4

Let the cakes cool. Then layer one on top of the other with your favorite icing.

Notes:

This recipe was modified from the original to contain part whole wheat flour. I find the cake has a slightly grainier texture with the whole wheat flour, but it is barely noticable. The cake tastes just as great with the whole wheat flour, and is a better source of whole grains.Recipe provided via www.MeanMeals.com