French Butter Cake
French butter cake is the epitome of comfort food, offering a rich, buttery flavor that melts in your mouth. Its golden crust and soft interior create a delightful texture, making it the perfect dessert for any occasion. Whether enjoyed plain or topped with fresh fruit and whipped cream, this cake is sure to impress family and friends. Bake it for celebrations or as a sweet treat during the week—each slice promises to evoke warmth and nostalgia.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 12 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs, room temperature
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ cup whole milk
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
- 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.
- In a separate bowl, sift together the flour and baking powder; gradually fold into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Stir in the milk and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 90mg