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French Butter Cake

French Butter Cake: A Delightfully Rich Home-Baked Treat

This French Butter Cake is a rich, buttery indulgence with a velvety texture, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: French
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Cake Batter
  • 1 cup unsalted butter browned
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs room temperature
  • 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
  • 2 cups cake flour or all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup sour cream or yogurt
  • ½ cup milk or almond milk

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spatula
  • Saucepan
  • Cake Pan
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for French Butter Cake
  1. In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat, stirring frequently until it turns golden brown and develops a nutty aroma, about 5-7 minutes.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the cooled brown butter and sugar until well combined and creamy. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  3. Gently fold in the cake flour, baking powder, and salt until just combined. Mix in the sour cream and milk until the batter is smooth.
  4. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9-inch round cake pan by greasing it and dusting with flour. Pour the batter into the pan, smoothing the top.
  5. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and springs back lightly when touched. Check for doneness with a toothpick.
  6. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 4gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use room temperature ingredients for best results. Sprinkle sugar over the batter before baking for a caramelized top.

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