Reviewed: Oct. 12, 2008

I did as other suggested(using 3 eggs), cake came out just good, the 2nd time I added 1 box of instant vanilla pudding to the dry ingredents, 3 eggs, and 1/4 cup of sour cream and it was fantastic. I used two 9in pans, cut each cake in half, making 4 layers with frosting between each. It was SO GOOD my mother asked for the recipe and she's a "old school" baker, everything she makes is from scratch and always good.

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naywayne


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Reviewed: Sep. 23, 2008

good substitute. Followed other advice and used 3 eggs instead. Not heavy at all.

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lmorgan


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Reviewed: Jul. 22, 2008

Just made this cake. Have not tasted it yet but have cooked and baked for many years. It seems this cake is more like an old fashioned cake, not a ready mix (Box Cake). That is not bad, but it will not be light and fluffy. Probably will not make it again.

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Beca

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Reviewed: Jul. 5, 2008

The top is really nice and crusty, and the inside is soft... not bad... I did make sure my ingredients were room temp, and beat for a really long time after each addition of ingredients. Also, I used less sugar... (half as much as flour... 1cup flour to 1/2 cup sugar) and it was plenty sweet for me.

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mayura

	Cooking Level: Intermediate
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Reviewed: Jun. 30, 2008

***IMPORTANT NOTE!*** Simply use self- rising flour, follow the instructions, and don't beat the batter too much! I was a bit dubious about even trying this recipe, seeing so many conflicting reviews from other users. Despite my doubts, we tried it. And it turned out great!! All 7 kids loved 'em (we made cupcakes with Hershey cocoa frosting). So, I was satisfied. :) Simply follow simple directions, and have a simply delectable treat! :) :)

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Mallory

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Reviewed: Jun. 21, 2008

I agree this was a heavier cake, and had a little baking soda taste to it (???), but it wasn't bad. I used it for a jello cake and took it to a pot luck. No left overs, so I guess that says something! Good recipe when you don't want to go buy a box cake mix.

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zimmerle

	Cooking Level: Intermediate Living In: Mason City, Iowa, USA
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Reviewed: Jun. 18, 2008

This cake had a good taste, but it was very dry.

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mrsdacus

	Cooking Level: Intermediate Living In: Greenwood, Arkansas, USA
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Reviewed: May 23, 2008

Perfect yellow cake. Simple and most importantly the kids loved it. I topped it with butter cream icing for my son's B-day.

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Joy

	Cooking Level: Expert Home Town: Bowling Green, Ohio, USA
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Reviewed: May 8, 2008

I had changed a little with this recipe, I added a little baking powder, and some vanilla. I also used half shortening and half butter. It still did not help the bland taste. I do not reccomend this recipe.

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melwilliams

	Cooking Level: Expert Living In: Des Plaines, Illinois, USA
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Reviewed: May 7, 2008

The batter tastes just like yellow cake. I think this recipe and others like it are rating poor because of the "Self Rising" flower is not being used. Add 3 tsp baking powder and 1/2 tsp salt to the "All Purpose" or "Cake" flour. Follow the recipe and pour the milk in slowly. Cheers

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THOMJANICE

	Cooking Level: Expert Home Town: Spring Hill, Florida, USA
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Reviewed: May 7, 2008

I have been looking for a good "from scratch" recipe to make fresh fruit cake. After trying several, this is the one. Just pour the fresh fruit on top and bake. The fruit mostly settles to the bottom, but some remains through the cake.It did take 35 minutes to bake, but it is worth the wait. I am a hobbyist cook, otherwise, I cook and my wife cleans up after me.

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RICHARD DEWITT

	Cooking Level: Expert Home Town: Farmington, Iowa, USA Living In: Thomaston, Texas, USA
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Reviewed: May 3, 2008

Very good flavor, crumb texture not as fine as box cake. I'm not much of a baker, but it saved me a trip to market for a box cake. My husband thought it was great and I would certainly make it again.

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Reviewed: Mar. 12, 2008

Not sure what everyones problem is with this recipe, its just plain simple. Follow the directions, use the correct flour and bake. Came out perfect, watch the shorting since if you add too much it will be super moist and soft!!!(don't talk on the phone while measuring) ha-ha thanks for the quick recipe. Add buttercream frosting and you have one perfect cake!

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Marybeth

	Cooking Level: Intermediate Home Town: Ocean City, Maryland, USA Living In: Jacksonville, Florida, USA
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Reviewed: Mar. 10, 2008

Delightful homemade easy cake. Dense? Of course - from scratch, just like grandma's!

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Reviewed: Mar. 1, 2007

The cake came out ok, I added the baking powder because I didn't have self rising flour, and it came out good. But to me it didn't taste like a yellow cake, but more as of a muffin.

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Valerie

	Cooking Level: Expert Home Town: Auburn, New York, USA Living In: East Rochester, New York, USA
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Reviewed: Nov. 27, 2005

This turned out perfectly, and tasted just like yellow cake from a box. I did use 3 eggs based on others' suggestions.

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Juliana


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Reviewed: Nov. 26, 2005

This recipe was really awful. I made no changes and it just didn't come out well. Please do not make it!

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Reviewed: Sep. 4, 2005

I made this recipe into cupcakes, and took them to a picnic. They were devoured! My nieces and nephews wanted more, and my kids ate the remaining 4 cupcakes in our fridge as soon as we got home! I used AP flour and added the baking powder and salt as another reviewer suggested. That was the only change though. Very good!

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