French Butter Cake Recipe – Indulgent Richness for Every Home Chef
Experience the irresistible richness of a classic French butter cake that is both easy to make and utterly decadent. Perfect for any occasion!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 80 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup whole milk
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease and flour a bundt pan.
- In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture, alternating with milk.
- Pour the batter into the prepared bundt pan.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a teaspoon of vanilla extract to the batter.
- Serve with fresh berries or whipped cream for a delicious touch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: French Butter Cake, Rich Cake Recipe, Butter Cake