Description
French Butter Cake is a luscious, melt-in-your-mouth dessert that embodies the essence of French baking. Rich in buttery flavor and boasting a soft texture, this cake is perfect for any occasion—be it a birthday party or a cozy afternoon treat. With minimal ingredients and straightforward steps, you’ll have a golden delight ready to impress friends and family, evoking delightful memories with every bite.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (sifted)
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 4 large eggs (room temperature)
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- ½ cup whole milk
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy (3-5 minutes).
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- In another bowl, sift together the flour and baking powder.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, alternating with the milk until just combined.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (70g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 85mg