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French Butter Cake Recipe

French Butter Cake Recipe – A Melt-in-Your-Mouth Delight

This French Butter Cake Recipe is a delightful dessert that delivers buttery richness and simplicity.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 9 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: French
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake Batter
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Provides sweetness; swap with coconut sugar for a healthier option.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Ensures rich flavor; choose unsalted for better control over saltiness.
  • 3 large Eggs Room temperature eggs yield a smoother batter.
  • 1 tbsp Vanilla Extract Introduces delightful flavor depth.
  • 1 1/2 cups Cake Flour Creates a tender and light texture; all-purpose flour can be used.
  • 2 tsps Baking Powder Helps the cake rise; make sure it’s fresh.
  • 1/2 tsp Salt Enhances all the flavors; reduce if using salted butter.
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Adds moisture and a slight tanginess; Greek yogurt makes for a great non-dairy substitute.
For Topping
  • 2 tbsp Granulated Sugar (for topping) Adds a sweet, crunchy finish to the cake.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Hand mixer
  • Spatula
  • 9x9-inch baking dish

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for French Butter Cake Recipe
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x9-inch baking dish.
  2. Cream together granulated sugar and melted unsalted butter until light and airy.
  3. Add eggs one at a time and mix well, then incorporate vanilla extract.
  4. Sift together cake flour, baking powder, and salt, then gradually add to the wet mixture.
  5. Fold in the sour cream gently until fully combined.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and sprinkle granulated sugar on top.
  7. Bake for 30-35 minutes until lightly golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Let the cake cool in the dish for about 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 120mgSugar: 20gVitamin A: 400IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This cake can be stored at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerated for up to a week. Freeze for longer storage.

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