A classic yellow cake with chocolate buttercream is a timeless dessert that never fails to please. Here’s a recipe for the perfect combination:

Yellow Cake Ingredients:

• 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
• 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
• 4 large eggs, room temperature
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 cup whole milk

Chocolate Buttercream Ingredients:

• 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
• 3 1/2 cups powdered sugar
• 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 3-4 tablespoons heavy cream
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in vanilla.
4. Alternately add flour mixture and milk to the butter mixture, beginning and ending with the flour mixture.
5. Pour batter into prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
6. Cool in pans for 10 minutes, then remove and cool completely on wire racks.
7. For the buttercream, beat butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar and cocoa powder, alternating with cream. Beat in vanilla and salt until smooth.
8. Once cakes are cool, frost and assemble the layers.

This yellow cake with chocolate buttercream is perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or any time you’re craving a classic, comforting dessert.