French Butter Cake
Indulge in the luxurious flavors of a classic French dessert with this rich and tender French Butter Cake. Perfect for any occasion, this cake features a delightful buttery texture that melts in your mouth, making it a favorite among both novice and seasoned bakers. With straightforward steps, you can create a show-stopping dessert that will impress family and friends alike. Whether served plain, dusted with powdered sugar, or adorned with fresh fruit, this cake is sure to become a staple in your baking repertoire.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves approximately 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
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- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs, room temperature
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup whole milk
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch cake pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually incorporate into the wet mixture on low speed.
- Slowly mix in the milk until smooth but do not overbeat.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and smooth out the top.
- Bake for 40–50 minutes or until golden and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for about 10–15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (77g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 100mg