“My mom was French and made a very similar cake, but I’ve never been able to find a recipe for it!”
French Butter Cake
This French Butter Cake is a rich, moist, and tender treat that highlights the luscious taste of butter. Infused with a subtle vanilla aroma and a delicate crumb texture, it’s a simple yet refined dessert, perfect alongside your morning coffee, afternoon tea, or as a light sweet snack.
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Granulated sugar | 1 cup |
| Unsalted butter, melted | 1 cup (2 sticks) |
| Eggs, at room temperature | 3 |
| Vanilla extract | 2 ½ teaspoons |
| Cake flour | 2 cups |
| Baking powder | 2 teaspoons |
| Salt | 1 teaspoon |
| Sour cream | ⅔ cup |
| Granulated sugar (for topping) | 2 tablespoons |
Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat and Prepare Pan
Heat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×9-inch baking dish thoroughly.
2️⃣ Mix Butter and Sugar
In a large bowl, combine the melted butter with 1 cup of granulated sugar. Using an electric mixer, beat for about one minute until the mixture is light and fluffy.
3️⃣ Add Eggs and Vanilla
Add the eggs one at a time, blending well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
4️⃣ Combine Dry Ingredients
In a separate bowl, sift together the cake flour, baking powder, and salt.
5️⃣ Incorporate Dry Ingredients
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing on low speed just until everything is combined.
6️⃣ Fold in Sour Cream
Carefully fold the sour cream into the batter, ensuring it is well blended but without overmixing.
7️⃣ Bake the Cake
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly. Sprinkle the remaining 2 tablespoons of sugar evenly over the top.
8️⃣ Bake and Cool
Bake for 30 to 35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool completely in the pan before slicing and serving.
