Butter Cake
A simple yet delicious butter cake recipe that's perfect for any occasion, whether it's a family gathering or a sweet craving.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups flour All-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt A pinch of salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup sugar
- ½ cup butter, softened
- 1 cup milk
- 2 pieces eggs
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
Mixing
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter and sugar mixture, alternating with the milk. Start and end with dry ingredients.
Baking
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let it cool in the baking dish for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Notes
Be careful not to overmix the batter. Handle the baked cake gently to avoid breaking.