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French Butter Cake

A rich, soft, and buttery classic French cake with a tender crumb and delicate vanilla flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 minute
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: French
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cake Batter
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 4 eggs large
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1.5 tsp baking powder
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.5 cup milk

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • Cake pan
  • Whisk

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F and grease pan.
  2. Cream butter and sugar until fluffy.
  3. Add eggs one at a time.
  4. Mix in vanilla extract.
  5. Combine dry ingredients separately.
  6. Alternate adding dry ingredients and milk.
  7. Pour into pan and smooth top.
  8. Bake until golden and set.

Notes

Dust with powdered sugar or serve with fruit for extra flavor.