Butter Cake Recipe

 

 

Ingredients

• 1 cup (225g) unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
• 4 large eggs
• 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
• 2 tsp baking powder
• ½ cup (120ml) whole milk
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

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Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven:
   Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line an 8-inch (20 cm) round or square baking pan with parchment paper.

2. Cream Butter and Sugar:
   In a large bowl, beat the butter and sugar together using a mixer until light and fluffy (about 2–3 minutes).

3. Add Eggs:
   Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.

4. Mix Dry Ingredients:
   In a separate bowl, sift together the flour and baking powder.

5. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:
   Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.

6. Add Vanilla:
   Stir in the vanilla extract for extra flavor.

7. Bake the Cake:
   Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top with a spatula. Bake for 30–40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

8. Cool and Serve:
   Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely. Slice and enjoy your soft and buttery cake