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French Butter Cake Recipe – Rich, Buttery Perfection

French Butter Cake Recipe – Dive into Buttery Bliss

Discover the rich and buttery perfection of this French Butter Cake recipe, a delightful treat that's easy to prepare and perfect for any occasion.
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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: Desserts
Cuisine: French
Calories: 275
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 cup unsalted butter brown for nutty depth
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs room temperature
  • 2 cups cake flour all-purpose can be used
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt kosher preferred
  • 0.5 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • 0.5 cup milk non-dairy alternative optional
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract don't skimp

Equipment

  • Oven
  • 9-inch round cake pan
  • mixing bowls
  • Saucepan
  • Whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat until golden brown and nutty, about 6-8 minutes. Let it cool for 10 minutes.
  2. In a bowl, combine cooled brown butter and sugar; whisk until blended. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each. Stir in vanilla.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually mix into wet ingredients until just combined.
  4. Gently fold in sour cream and milk until smooth. Ensure there are no lumps in the batter.
  5. Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease and flour a 9-inch cake pan. Pour in the batter, smoothing the top.
  6. Bake for 35-40 minutes until golden brown and springy to touch. Check doneness with a toothpick.
  7. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 275kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 83mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 80mgSugar: 12gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Keep an eye on the butter while browning, and always use room temperature ingredients for the best texture. Properly prepare your pan to prevent sticking.

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