Butter Cake Recipe
This homemade butter cake recipe is soft, moist, and rich in buttery flavor. Perfect for birthdays, tea time, or any special occasion!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup whole milk
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a cake pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Mix in vanilla extract.
- Alternately add flour mixture and milk, beginning and ending with flour. Mix until combined.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely
Notes
- Use room-temperature ingredients for the best texture.
- Substitute buttermilk for a slightly tangy flavor.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 180mg
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