Decadent French Butter Cake Recipe for Every Occasion
Indulge in the delightful experience of baking with our Decadent French Butter Cake Recipe for Every Occasion. This cake features a rich buttery flavor and a tender crumb, making it a perfect centerpiece for any celebration or a cozy family dinner. With its straightforward preparation and minimal ingredients, even novice bakers can create this scrumptious dessert with ease. Whether you’re dressing it up for a birthday party or simply enjoying it with a cup of tea, this cake is sure to impress everyone at the table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
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- 1 cup Unsalted Butter
- 1 cup Granulated Sugar
- 2 cups All-Purpose Flour
- 4 Large Eggs
- 2 teaspoons Baking Powder
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract
- 1/2 cup Whole Milk
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
- Cream unsalted butter until creamy; gradually add granulated sugar and beat until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in vanilla extract until combined.
- In another bowl, sift flour, baking powder, and salt together.
- Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet ingredients, alternating with milk, until just combined.
- Pour batter into prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 105mg