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French Butter Cake Recipe Easy Steps for Perfect Elegance

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French Butter Cake, or ‘Gâteau Breton,’ is a rich and buttery dessert with a golden crust and tender texture, perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (225 grams) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup (200 grams) granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 cups (250 grams) all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Optional: Lemon zest or almond extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9-inch round cake pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together using an electric mixer until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined. Stir in the vanilla extract (and optional zest or almond extract).
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
  7. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  8. Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, transfer it to a cooling rack to cool completely.
  9. Slice and serve as is, or pair with your favorite toppings.

Notes

[‘Make sure your butter and eggs are at room temperature for easier mixing and better texture.’, ‘Mix only until combined to avoid a dense cake.’, ‘Start checking the cake around the 35-minute mark to avoid overbaking.’, ‘Grease the sides of the pan properly for easy release.’, ‘Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.’]

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