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Butter Cake

Cultural Context

Butter cake is a classic American dessert known for its rich flavor and moist texture. It is often served at celebrations, family gatherings, and holidays. The simplicity of the ingredients allows for versatility in flavoring and decoration, making it a favorite among bakers.

AmericanUSdessert
45 min
easy
8 servings
Servings4
1 cup butter (room temp) 227g
1 cup sugar (200g)
1 tbsp oil (15ml)
4 large eggs (room temp)
1 tsp vanilla (5ml)
2 cups cake flour or all purpose flour (250g)
1 tsp baking powder (5g)
1 tsp salt (5g)
1/2 cup milk (120ml)

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is lower in saturated fat, while margarine is often less expensive.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: cake flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients, while cake flour can be cheaper for baking.

1

Preheat your oven as necessary for baking.

2

In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.

3

Add the oil and mix until combined.

4

Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is well incorporated before adding the next.

5

Stir in the vanilla extract.

6

In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.

7

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk, starting and ending with the flour mixture.

8

Mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix.

9

Pour the batter into a prepared cake pan.

10

Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Cooking Techniques

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Allergens

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Also Known As

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