Add sugar on top, then baking powder, then salt. Place lid on jar. (My ingredients JUST fit)
Place softened butter into a stand mixer and mix on medium for 1-2 minutes. (You can also use a hand-held mixer)
Place dry ingredients into stand mixer and combine with butter for 30 seconds.
Add milk, oil, vanilla and eggs and mix on medium-high for one minute.
Pour batter into prepared pans. Bake at 350°F. For 8-inch pans it's 20-25 minutes. For cupcakes start checking around 15 minutes. To make in a 9x13, bake for 30-38 minutes. Cool before frosting.
