French Butter Cake
Indulge in the rich, buttery goodness of this classic French Butter Cake. Perfect for any occasion, from birthdays to casual get-togethers, this cake promises a moist, tender crumb that melts in your mouth. With just a handful of simple ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, even novice bakers can create a dessert that impresses. Whether served plain or dressed up with fresh berries and whipped cream, this cake will be a delightful addition to your dessert repertoire.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
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- 1 cup 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) and grease a 9-inch cake pan, lining it with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar using a stand mixer or hand mixer until light and fluffy (about 3–5 minutes).
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition to maintain emulsion.
- Mix in the vanilla extract until fully combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add this mixture to the wet ingredients on low speed until just incorporated.
- Pour in the milk and mix until smooth without overbeating.
- Transfer the batter to the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake for 40–50 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center 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 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 190mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 90mg