Perfect French Butter Cake Recipe: Easy Indulgence for Any Occasion
A simple and delicious French butter cake that is perfect for any celebration. This recipe ensures a rich, buttery flavor that’s incredibly satisfying.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: 10 servings 1x
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup whole milk
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a cake pan.
- In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with milk, beginning and ending with flour. Mix until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For an extra touch, consider glazing the cake with a simple icing or serving with fresh berries.
- This cake can be made ahead of time and stored in an airtight container.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
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