Description

This Butter Cake is a simply delicious, soft, and irresistibly rich dessert perfect for any occasion. Made with classic ingredients like unsalted butter, sugar, eggs, and vanilla, this cake boasts a tender crumb and buttery flavor. It’s incredibly easy to prepare, with a moist texture and a delicate sweetness that can be enjoyed plain or topped with fresh berries or whipped cream for extra indulgence.

Ingredients

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For the Cake

1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
3 large eggs
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup milk (whole milk or any milk of your choice)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For Serving (Optional)

Powdered sugar, for dusting
Fresh berries or whipped cream, for topping

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Instructions

Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour a 9-inch cake pan or line it with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar using an electric mixer or whisk until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
Add Eggs: Add the eggs one at a time to the butter and sugar mixture, beating well after each addition to incorporate evenly.
Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
Mix Batter: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined to avoid a dense cake.
Add Vanilla: Gently stir in the vanilla extract with a spatula.
Transfer and Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Cool: Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack to cool completely.
Serve: Dust the cooled cake with powdered sugar and serve as is or topped with fresh berries or whipped cream.
Enjoy: Slice and enjoy your rich, buttery cake with a cup of tea or as a delightful treat for any occasion.

Notes

Do not overmix the batter to maintain a soft and tender crumb.
Using room temperature butter and eggs helps the batter combine more smoothly.
You can substitute whole milk with any milk alternative like almond, soy, or oat milk.
Optional toppings such as fresh berries or whipped cream add extra flavor and texture.
Store leftover cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.