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Everyday Butter Cake

Everyday Butter Cake

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Everyday Butter Cake is the quintessential dessert that embodies simplicity and flavor. This delightful vanilla cake is incredibly light and fluffy, making it an ideal choice for any occasion—whether you’re enjoying a casual afternoon snack or impressing guests at a dinner party. Crafted with easy-to-find ingredients, this cake boasts a moist texture thanks to the addition of sour cream. You can serve it plain or elevate it with toppings like fresh fruit, whipped cream, or even a warm drizzle of chocolate sauce. This versatile treat will soon become a staple in your baking repertoire, ready to satisfy your sweet cravings any day of the week.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • ¾ cup sour cream
  • 2 cups cake flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch cake pan.
  2. Melt butter in a heatproof bowl until almost melted. Whisk in granulated sugar until combined.
  3. Stir in salt and vanilla. Add eggs one at a time, whisking well after each addition.
  4. Sift in cake flour and baking powder; gently mix until just combined.
  5. Fold in sour cream until smooth. Pour batter into prepared pan.
  6. Bake for 30-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.

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