French Butter Cake
A delightful and simple French Butter Cake that melts in your mouth, perfect for family gatherings or afternoon tea.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 8-10 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup milk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs, mixing well after each addition.
- Combine the flour, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl.
- Mix the dry ingredients into the butter mixture, alternating with the milk, and finish with vanilla.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Dust with powdered sugar or serve with fresh berries and whipped cream for added elegance.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
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