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French Butter Cake

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French Butter Cake is a simple yet elegant cake that highlights rich butter flavor and a tender crumb with a lightly crisp crust. Perfect for teatime or any occasion, it’s easy to make and delights with every bite.

  • Total Time: 50–55 minutes
  • Yield: 8

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (227g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
  • Cream softened butter and sugar until pale and fluffy.
  • Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract.
  • Sift together flour, baking powder, and salt.
  • Fold dry ingredients into wet ingredients gently until just combined.
  • Pour batter into prepared pan, smooth top.
  • Bake 35–40 minutes until golden and toothpick comes out clean.
  • Cool 10–15 minutes in pan, then transfer to wire rack.

Notes

  • Use room temperature butter for easier creaming.
  • Don’t overmix after adding flour to keep cake tender.
  • Optional: dust with powdered sugar or serve with fresh berries.
  • Author: Diana Ross
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35–40 minutes
  • Category: Dessert / Cake
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: French
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 8
  • Calories: 370
  • Sugar: 25g
  • Sodium: 160mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 15g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 33g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg