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Fluffy Butter Cake Recipe


  • Total Time: 45-50 minutes
  • Yield: 10-12 slices 1x

Description

“Make the perfect fluffy butter cake with this easy recipe! Rich, buttery, and moist with a tender crumb—ideal for any occasion. Simple ingredients, step-by-step instructions, and delicious results every time!”


Ingredients

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  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 ¾ cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup whole milk

Instructions

  • Prepare the Oven and Pan:

    • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
    • Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans or line with parchment paper.
  • Mix Dry Ingredients:

    • In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  • Cream Butter and Sugar:

    • In a large mixing bowl, beat butter and sugar on medium speed until light and fluffy (3-5 minutes).
  • Add Eggs and Vanilla:

    • Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
    • Mix in vanilla extract.
  • Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:

    • Reduce mixer speed to low.
    • Alternate adding flour mixture and milk, starting and ending with the flour.
    • Mix until just combined—avoid overmixing.
  • Bake the Cake:

    • Divide batter evenly between prepared pans.
    • Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Cool and Serve:

    • Let cakes cool in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
    • Frost or serve as desired.

Notes

  • Lemon Butter Cake: Add 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice + 1 tbsp lemon zest.
  • Chocolate Butter Cake: Replace ¼ cup of flour with unsweetened cocoa powder.
  • Nutty Twist: Fold in ½ cup chopped pecans or almonds.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
  • Category: dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: fluffy butter cake, homemade butter cake, moist butter cake, easy butter cake recipe, classic butter cake

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