7 Secrets to the Perfect French Butter Cake
Indulge in the delightful richness of our French Butter Cake, a dessert that combines simplicity with elegance. This classic treat is perfect for any occasion, from casual family dinners to festive celebrations. With its buttery texture and golden crust, each slice melts in your mouth, making it an instant favorite among both kids and adults. The best part? You only need a handful of pantry staples to create this masterpiece!
- 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 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup whole milk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch cake pan.
- In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy (3–5 minutes).
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt; gradually mix into the wet ingredients on low speed.
- Pour in the whole milk and mix until smooth.
- Transfer the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 40–50 minutes or until golden brown; check with a toothpick for doneness.
- Cool in the pan for 10–15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 95g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 80mg