Deliciously Easy French Butter Cake
Indulge in a slice of this Deliciously Easy French Butter Cake, a dessert that’s sure to become a family favorite! With its rich buttery flavor and moist texture, this cake is perfect for any gathering – from birthdays to casual afternoon teas. The beauty of this recipe lies in its simplicity; with just a few common ingredients, you can whip up a delightful cake that feels indulgent yet is incredibly approachable. Whether enjoyed plain or adorned with fresh berries and whipped coconut cream, this versatile treat will bring joy to every occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 9 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
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- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter (2 sticks), melted
- 3 large eggs (room temperature)
- 2.5 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
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a 9×9-inch baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl, combine granulated sugar and melted butter, mixing until light and airy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, sift together cake flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add to wet ingredients until just combined.
- Gently fold in sour cream until incorporated.
- Pour batter into the prepared dish and sprinkle with remaining sugar.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cooling completely before slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 305
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 85mg