Butter Cake

Butter cake is a classic American dessert that originated in the 19th century. It gets its name from the high amount of butter used in the recipe, which gives it a rich and tender texture.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 85 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 7.

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Butter Cake

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Anytime, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 40 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 1 hr 25 mins

Servings: 8 Calories: 2800

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 200 gram Butter
• 200 gram Sugar
• 4 unit Eggs
• 2 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 200 gram All-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoon Baking powder
• ¹⁄₂ cup Milk

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a cake pan.
2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
3. Combine the flour and baking powder; gradually add to the creamed mixture alternately with the milk, beginning and ending with the flour mixture.
4. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
5. Bake for 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
6. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then remove from the pan and let it cool completely on a wire rack.
7. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 20g31%

Total Carbohydrate 40g14%

Sugars 25g

Protein 4g8%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.