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Classic French Butter Cake

Classic French Butter Cake

This Classic French Butter Cake is a simple yet delightful dessert that showcases rich flavors and textures, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert Recipes
Cuisine: French
Calories: 237

Ingredients
  

Wet Ingredients
  • ½ cup plain yogurt or Greek yogurt
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • ¼ teaspoon almond extract
  • ½ cup neutral flavored oil (e.g., canola, vegetable, sunflower, safflower, avocado, or grapeseed)
Dry Ingredients
  • 1½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
Glaze Ingredients
  • ⅓ cup granulated sugar (for glaze)
  • 3 tablespoons butter (salted)
  • 1½ tablespoons water
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for glaze)
  • ⅛ teaspoon almond extract (for glaze)

Equipment

  • 8-inch round cake pan
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • Pastry brush
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Baking Process
  1. Preheat the oven to 350˚F (175˚C). Spray an 8-inch round cake pan with baking spray, rub the inside surface of the pan with a paper towel to cover evenly, line the bottom with parchment paper, and spray the parchment lightly.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the yogurt, sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, and almond extract. Whisk until well blended.
  3. Add the baking powder and salt. Whisk to combine, then add the flour and whisk again just until all of the flour is blended in.
  4. Add the oil and stir well until smooth.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared pan.
  6. Bake for 30-40 minutes, until the cake feels springy to the touch and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. While the cake cools a bit, prepare the glaze.
  8. Combine the sugar, butter, water, vanilla extract, and almond extract in a small saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently until the butter is melted and the sugar has dissolved. Do not bring to a boil.
  9. Using a pastry brush, slowly brush the glaze over the top of the cake, using about a quarter of the mixture.
  10. Flip the cake out onto a cooling rack that has been set on top of a sheet of parchment paper or foil. Brush the remaining glaze over the top and sides of the cake until the glaze is gone.
  11. Allow cake to cool for at least 30 minutes before serving. Sprinkle with powdered sugar if desired before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 237kcalCarbohydrates: 27gProtein: 3gFat: 13gSodium: 142mgFiber: 1gSugar: 23g

Notes

Customize your Classic French Butter Cake by trying different flavored extracts, such as lemon or coconut, or add chocolate chips for a delightful twist.

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