Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of this French Butter Cake – a moist and buttery treat that is perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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For the Cake:
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter (2 sticks), melted
- 3 eggs, room temperature
- 2 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups cake flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 350 degrees F and grease a 9×9-inch baking dish.
- Mix Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, combine sugar and melted butter. Mix until light and airy, about 1 minute.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Add eggs one at a time, then mix in the vanilla extract.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a small bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Slowly add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Fold in Sour Cream: Gently fold in the sour cream.
- Transfer Batter and Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and sprinkle the remaining granulated sugar on top. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the cake to cool before slicing and serving.
Notes
- This cake is best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for a few days.
- You can dust the top with powdered sugar for a decorative touch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
Keywords: French Butter Cake, Butter Cake Recipe, French Cake, Dessert, Baking
