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Perfect French Butter Cake Recipe

Perfect French Butter Cake Recipe

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Indulge in the rich and buttery goodness of this Perfect French Butter Cake recipe. This classic treat is a delightful blend of fluffy texture and sweet flavor that will have you coming back for more.

Ingredients

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Ingredients:

  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup whole milk or heavy cream

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9-inch cake pan with parchment paper.
  2. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla extract.
  4. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add to wet mixture.
  5. Mix in Milk: Pour in milk and mix until smooth.
  6. Bake: Transfer batter to pan and bake for 40-50 minutes until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.

  7. Cool and Serve: Let cool before removing from pan. Dust with powdered sugar if desired.

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