Soft Butter Cake
Baking is an art, and our Soft Butter Cake recipe is the masterpiece you’ve been waiting for. Dive into the world of exquisite flavors, where the richness of butter meets the sweetness of sugar. In this article, we’ll guide you through each step, ensuring your Soft Butter Cake turns out perfect every time.
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Ingredients:
| Ingredients | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Unsalted Butter | 1 cup (2 sticks), softened |
| Granulated Sugar | 1 1/2 cups |
| Large Eggs | 4 |
| Vanilla Extract | 2 teaspoons |
| All-Purpose Flour | 2 1/2 cups |
| Baking Powder | 2 teaspoons |
| Salt | 1/2 teaspoon |
| Milk | 1 cup |
Instructions:
- Preheat Your Oven:
- Set the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking pan or two 9-inch round cake pans.
- Cream Butter and Sugar:
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla:
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Stir in the vanilla extract for an extra layer of flavor.
- Combine Dry Ingredients:
- In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Mix Wet and Dry Ingredients:
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk.
- Begin and end with the dry ingredients, ensuring a smooth and well-combined batter.
- Pour and Bake:
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan(s) and spread it out evenly.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes (for a 9×13-inch pan) or 25-30 minutes (for two 9-inch round pans) until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve:
- Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan(s) for 10 minutes.
- Transfer the cake to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, slice and serve the soft butter cake on its own or with your favorite frosting or toppings.
