Description
Golden, rich, and decadently soft, this *Irresistible French Butter Cake* is the perfect blend of gooey center and lightly crisp edges. A true crowd-pleaser, it comes together easily using pantry staples, making it an ideal choice for both beginner and seasoned bakers. Whether you’re looking for quick breakfast ideas, easy dessert recipes, or a timeless comfort food treat, this French Butter Cake fits the bill. Serve it plain, with a dusting of powdered sugar, or elevate it with berries and cream for a show-stopping finish. Perfect for easy dinners, holiday gatherings, or casual coffee breaks.
Ingredients
1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
2 cups granulated sugar
4 large eggs
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
Powdered sugar, for dusting
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish and lightly dust it with flour.
2. In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
3. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture and mix just until combined.
6. Spread the thick batter evenly into the prepared baking dish.
7. Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs.
8. Let the cake cool in the pan for at least 15 minutes before dusting with powdered sugar and slicing.
Notes
Let the butter sit out at room temperature for an hour before using to ensure a smooth batter.
Don’t over-mix the flour—stop once the ingredients are just combined.
For a crispier edge, use a metal baking pan instead of glass or ceramic.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: French Butter Cake, gooey butter cake, easy dessert, breakfast ideas, food ideas