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French Butter Cake

Deliciously Easy French Butter Cake Recipe for Every Occasion

This French Butter Cake is a rich and moist dessert, perfect for any occasion and customizable to suit your taste.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert Recipes
Cuisine: French
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup unsalted butter (2 sticks), melted
  • 3 pieces 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

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • baking dish
  • whisk
  • Sifter

Method
 

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

Nutrition

Serving: 1slice

Notes

For added flavor, consider adding lemon zest or chocolate chips. Swap sour cream for Greek yogurt for a healthier option.

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