Basic Yellow Cake Recipe (Cakes and Cupcakes)

A slice of three-layer yellow cake with chocolate frosting sits on a white plate. The frosting is topped with colorful sprinkles. A fork is placed beside the slice. Another piece of cake is blurred in the background.This is the BEST Yellow Cake Recipe! With moist and buttery layers, it’s perfect for a layer cake, a sheet cake or cupcakes! This easy cake recipe is homemade – you’ll never need to buy a box cake mix again, plus you can choose your favorite frosting – chocolate or vanilla! Have you ever wanted…