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French Butter Cake

French Butter Cake

A delicious French Butter Cake that is perfect for any occasion, this recipe yields a moist and fluffy dessert.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine French
Servings 16 slices
Calories 250 kcal

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Baking Dish
  • Oven

Ingredients
  

Batter Ingredients

  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 3 pieces eggs room temperature
  • 2.5 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 cups cake flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • cup sour cream

Topping Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar for topping

Instructions
 

Preparation Steps

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F and grease a 9x9-inch baking dish.
  • In a large mixing bowl, add sugar and butter. Mix for 1 minute or until light and airy.
  • Add eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
  • In a small bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Slowly add dry mixture to the wet ingredients until just combined.
  • Fold in sour cream.
  • Transfer batter to the prepared baking dish and sprinkle remaining granulated sugar on top.
  • Bake for 30-35 minutes or until an inserted toothpick comes out clean.
  • Allow cake to cool before slicing.

Notes

This cake pairs well with a dusting of powdered sugar or fresh fruit on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg
Keyword cake, Dessert, French Butter Cake
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