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French Butter Cake Recipe – Rich, Buttery Perfection

French Butter Cake Recipe – Decadent Buttery Bliss Awaits

This French Butter Cake Recipe is a rich, buttery indulgence perfect for any gathering. Its simple ingredients and quick preparation make it a must-try!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: French
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup Butter Brown it for extra depth.
  • 1 cup Sugar Can cut down by ¼ cup for less sweetness.
  • 4 large Eggs Room temperature.
  • 2.5 teaspoons Vanilla Extract Use the full amount for optimal flavor.
  • 2 cups Cake Flour Substitute with gluten-free if needed.
  • 1 tablespoon Baking Powder Gluten-free if required.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness.
  • 0.5 cup Sour Cream Dairy-free option available.
  • 0.5 cup Milk Any dairy-free alternative can be used.
For the Topping
  • 0.25 cup Sugar Sprinkle for a caramelized crust.

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • large mixing bowl
  • 9-inch round cake pan
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Baking Instructions
  1. Brown the Butter: Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat for about 5 minutes until golden brown, then cool for 10 minutes.
  2. Mix Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk cooled brown butter with sugar, then add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each.
  3. Combine Wet and Dry: Stir in vanilla, then fold in cake flour, baking powder, and salt, followed by sour cream and milk, mixing until smooth.
  4. Prepare for Baking: Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease and flour a cake pan, pour batter in and sprinkle sugar on top.
  5. Bake: Place in oven and bake for 35-40 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Cool and Serve: Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then invert onto a rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 5gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Brown the butter carefully to enhance cake flavor. Cool before mixing and use room temperature ingredients for best results.

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