A classic butter cake is a simple and delicious dessert known for its rich, buttery flavor and moist texture. Here’s a traditional recipe for making a classic butter cake:
Ingredients
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs, at room temperature
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup whole milk, at room temperature
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans, or line them with parchment paper.
- Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- Cream the Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter and sugar together with an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
- Add the Eggs: Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture in three parts, alternating with the milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients. Mix just until combined; do not overmix.
- Bake the Cake: Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and smooth the tops with a spatula. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean.
- Cool the Cake: Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then remove them from the pans and transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serving Suggestions
- Frosting: Butter cake pairs wonderfully with various frostings, such as buttercream, cream cheese frosting, or chocolate ganache.
- Filling: You can add a layer of fruit preserves or fresh fruit between the cake layers for extra flavor.
- Decoration: Dust with powdered sugar, add sprinkles, or decorate with fresh berries and edible flowers for a beautiful presentation.
Enjoy your classic butter cake!
