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Butter Cake

Indulge in the rich, buttery goodness of a classic butter cake. This timeless dessert is soft, moist, and bursting with flavor.
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: butter cake, dessert, baking, classic recipes, sweet treats
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 350kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking pan.
  • In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
  • Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  • Stir in the vanilla extract.
  • In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with milk.
  • Mix until just combined; do not overmix.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top.
  • Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 52g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 15g