Delightful French Butter Cake Recipe That Melts in Your Mouth

This French Butter Cake Recipe captures the essence of buttery richness with a tender crumb, perfect for any occasion.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 35

Total Time 50

Servings: 9 slices

Course: Desserts

Cuisine: French

Calories: 320

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Batter

2 cups Cake Flour Provides a soft, tender crumb.
2 sticks Unsalted Butter (melted) Adds richness and moisture.
3 large Eggs Room temperature for better mixing.
2.5 teaspoons Vanilla Extract Use high-quality for better flavor.
2 teaspoons Baking Powder Leavening agent for rise.
1 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor.
1 cup Granulated Sugar Sweetener and tenderizer.
⅔ cup Sour Cream Adds moisture and tang.

For the Topping

2 tablespoons Granulated Sugar Creates a crunchy crust.

Equipment

Mixing bowl
Electric mixer
baking dish
Spatula

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x9-inch baking dish.
In a mixing bowl, combine granulated sugar and melted butter, and beat until light and airy.
Add eggs one at a time and mix well, then stir in vanilla extract until smooth.
Sift together cake flour, baking powder, and salt, then gradually add to wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
Fold in sour cream until evenly incorporated into the batter.
Transfer the batter to the greased baking dish and sprinkle sugar over the top.
Bake for 30-35 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
Allow to cool slightly, slice, and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 4gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 220mgPotassium: 120mgSugar: 20gVitamin A: 10IUCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

For a fruity variation, fold in fresh berries into the batter. This cake pairs beautifully with whipped cream or a light glaze.

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