French Butter Cake
Indulge in the delightful taste of French Butter Cake, a moist and buttery treat perfect for any occasion. With its golden crust and tender crumb, each slice offers a melt-in-your-mouth experience that will transport you straight to pastry paradise. Easy to prepare, this cake is ideal for birthdays, afternoon tea, or simply as an everyday indulgence. Elevate your baking game with this simple yet exquisite recipe!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 10 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs (room temperature)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (sifted)
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about 3-5 minutes).
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition, then stir in vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add this dry mix to the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean from the center.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about ten minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 120mg