Rainy Day Yellow Cake

Brighten up a gloomy afternoon with the comforting simplicity of Rainy Day Yellow Cake, a classic homemade treat that’s as easy to make as it is satisfying to eat. This no-fuss recipe combines pantry staples like all-purpose flour, butter, and sugar to create a moist, buttery cake with a tender crumb and the perfect hint of vanilla. With just 20 minutes of prep time, it’s a quick bake that fills your kitchen with nostalgic aromas, making it the ideal dessert for cozying up during a drizzle. Whether you dust it with powdered sugar, sprinkle on some colorful confetti for fun, or enjoy it plain, this versatile yellow cake is sure to become a family favorite. Perfect for casual gatherings or an indulgent solo treat, Rainy Day Yellow Cake strikes the perfect balance between simplicity and comfort!

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 2.5 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.75 cups unsalted butter
• 1.75 cups granulated sugar
• 3 large eggs
• 1.5 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 cups whole milk
• 0 optional sprinkles or powdered sugar for garnish

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and lightly flour a 9x13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a medium mixing bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, beat the unsalted butter and granulated sugar together using a hand or stand mixer on medium speed until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 3 to 4 minutes.

Step 4

Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Then mix in the vanilla extract.

Step 5

Reduce the mixer speed to low and alternately add the dry flour mixture and the milk to the batter, beginning and ending with the flour mixture. Mix until just combined; avoid overmixing.

Step 6

Pour the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top with a spatula.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean and the top of the cake is lightly golden.

Step 8

Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

Serve plain, dust with powdered sugar, or garnish with sprinkles. Enjoy a slice while listening to the rain!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1142.3 grams (1142.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3434

Total Fat 97.80g	125%
Saturated Fat 51.50g	258%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.30g
Cholesterol 773mg	258%
Sodium 1500mg	65%
Total Carbohydrate 599.00g	218%
Dietary Fiber 8.20g	29%
Total Sugars 367.70g
Protein 57.60g	115%

Vitamin D 227IU	1137%
Calcium 444mg	34%
Iron 17mg	94%
Potassium 926mg	20%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 25.1%

Protein: 6.6%

Carbs: 68.3%