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French Butter Cake Recipe

French Butter Cake Recipe

5 from 28 reviews

This French Butter Cake is a delightful treat that pairs perfectly with a cup of coffee or tea. With its rich buttery flavor and tender crumb, it’s sure to become a favorite in your baking repertoire.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients:

  • 2 cups cake flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients:

  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup unsalted butter (2 sticks), melted
  • 3 eggs, room temperature
  • 2 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
  • ⅔ cup sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar, for topping

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×9-inch baking dish.
  2. Mix Sugar and Butter: In a large bowl, mix granulated sugar and melted butter until light and airy, about 1 minute.
  3. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Add eggs one at a time, then vanilla, mixing well after each addition.
  4. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, sift together cake flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  5. Add Sour Cream: Gently fold in the sour cream until incorporated.
  6. Pour Batter and Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and sprinkle the top with 2 tablespoons of sugar. Bake for 30–35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  7. Cool and Serve: Allow the cake to cool slightly before slicing and serving.

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Keywords: French Butter Cake, Butter Cake Recipe, French Dessert, Easy Cake Recipe