Golden Butter Cake with Soft Buttery Crumb
A classic butter cake with a rich, buttery flavor and a moist, tender crumb.
Equipment
- 1 9-inch round cake pan greased and floured
- 1 electric mixer
- 1 Mixing Bowl large
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
Wet Ingredients
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter softened
- 3 large eggs room temperature
- 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup whole milk
Instructions
Preparation
- Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well. Combine dry ingredients in a separate bowl and gradually add to the wet mixture. Stir in vanilla extract.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the surface with a spatula.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serving
- Slice the cake and serve with a hot cup of coffee or a refreshing glass of iced tea.
Storage
- Wrap the cake in plastic wrap or store in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temperature.
Notes
Pro Tips: Use room temperature ingredients for better consistency. Avoid overmixing to prevent a dense cake. Check for doneness early to avoid overbaking. Brush with simple syrup for extra moisture.
Ingredient Substitutions: For a nutty flavor, replace some flour with almond flour. Use coconut sugar for a different sweetness level.
How to Serve: Pair with coffee or tea, or add a scoop of ice cream for a decadent dessert.
Storage & Freshness: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days. For longer freshness, refrigerate for up to a week.
Make-Ahead Tips: Bake the cake a day in advance and store it in an airtight container to enhance flavor.
Ingredient Substitutions: For a nutty flavor, replace some flour with almond flour. Use coconut sugar for a different sweetness level.
How to Serve: Pair with coffee or tea, or add a scoop of ice cream for a decadent dessert.
Storage & Freshness: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days. For longer freshness, refrigerate for up to a week.
Make-Ahead Tips: Bake the cake a day in advance and store it in an airtight container to enhance flavor.