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French Butter Cake Recipe

French Butter Cake Recipe: A Quick Slice of Heaven

Indulge in this French Butter Cake Recipe, a delightful dessert with buttery richness and a melt-in-your-mouth texture.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: French
Calories: 260
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Adds sweetness and moisture; consider substituting with brown sugar for deeper flavor.
  • 2 sticks Unsalted Butter, melted Provides richness; use salted butter if unavailable, reduce added salt by half.
  • 3 large Eggs, room temperature Binds ingredients and adds structure.
  • 2.5 teaspoons Vanilla Extract Opt for pure vanilla extract for best flavor.
  • 2 cups Cake Flour Gives a light texture; all-purpose flour can be used but yields denser cake.
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder Acts as leavening agent; ensure freshness.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness; can be omitted with salted butter.
  • 2/3 cup Sour Cream Adds moisture; Greek yogurt is a good substitute.
For the Topping
  • 2 tablespoons Granulated Sugar for Topping Creates a delightful crust; can be omitted for less sweetness.

Equipment

  • 9x9-inch baking dish
  • Electric mixer
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x9-inch baking dish.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine granulated sugar and melted butter. Beat until light and airy.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. Sift together cake flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add to wet ingredients, stirring gently.
  5. Fold in the sour cream until evenly distributed.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared dish and sprinkle with granulated sugar on top.
  7. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Let cool in the dish for about 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 260kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 3gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 8gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 80mgSugar: 18gVitamin A: 600IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftover cake in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temperature or refrigerate for up to a week.

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