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French Butter Cake Recipe

French Butter Cake

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Indulge in the delightful simplicity of this French Butter Cake, a rich and buttery dessert that offers a melt-in-your-mouth experience with every slice. Perfect for any occasion—from casual coffee breaks to elegant dinner parties—this cake showcases an irresistible blend of flavor and tenderness.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 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
  • ⅔ cup sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (for topping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×9-inch baking dish.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the sugar and melted butter using an electric mixer until light and airy.
  3. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. In another bowl, sift together the cake flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually incorporate this dry mixture into the wet ingredients.
  5. Gently fold in the sour cream until just combined.
  6. Pour the batter into the greased baking dish and sprinkle with additional sugar on top.
  7. Bake for 30–35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean when inserted into the center.
  8. Allow to cool slightly before slicing and serving.
  • Author: Jennifer Carter
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: French

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (60g)
  • Calories: 290
  • Sugar: 20g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 11g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 29g
  • Fiber: <1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg