Description
Indulge in the rich, buttery decadence of this French Butter Cake—a delightful dessert that transforms simple ingredients into an unforgettable treat. With its golden crust and tender crumb, this cake is perfect for any occasion, from cozy family gatherings to elegant dinner parties. Experience a slice that melts in your mouth and brings everyone back for seconds!
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (sifted)
- 4 large eggs (room temperature)
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup whole milk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8-inch round cake pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until fluffy and pale, about 3-5 minutes.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- In a separate bowl, sift together the flour and baking powder.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk, mixing until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and gently shake to level it out.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean from the center.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (70g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 90mg