French Butter Cake Made Easy at Home
An easy and decadent French butter cake with a tender crumb, rich buttery flavor, and golden crust. A timeless dessert that’s simple enough for everyday and elegant enough for special occasions.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: 10–12 slices 1x
Ingredients
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
4 large eggs, room temperature
1¾ cups all-purpose flour, sifted
1½ tsp baking powder
¼ tsp salt
½ cup whole milk
1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9-inch round cake pan.
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In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy (3–4 minutes).
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Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each. Stir in vanilla.
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In a separate bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, and salt.
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Alternate adding dry ingredients and milk to the butter mixture, mixing just until combined.
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Pour batter into prepared pan. Smooth the top.
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Bake 45–50 minutes or until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
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Cool in pan 10 minutes, then invert onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Use high-quality butter for best flavor. Add citrus zest or a splash of rum for variation. Store airtight at room temperature up to 4 days.
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