Description
This Irresistible French Butter Cake recipe is rich, buttery, and easy to make. With simple ingredients and a soft crumb, this classic cake is perfect for brunch, dessert, or teatime. Learn how to make this traditional Gateau Breton and impress with its elegant simplicity. Keywords: French butter cake, Gateau Breton, buttery cake, easy cake recipe, European-style dessert.
Ingredients
1 cup butter
1 cup granulated sugar
4 large eggs
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
1. Cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
2. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
3. Stir in vanilla extract.
4. Add flour and salt, mixing until just combined.
5. Spread the batter into a greased 9-inch round pan and smooth the top.
6. Bake at 350°F for 35–40 minutes, until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
7. Cool in pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
8. Serve warm or at room temperature with powdered sugar, if desired.
Notes
Use high-fat European-style butter for the richest flavor.
Don’t overmix the batter to avoid a tough texture.
Store at room temperature or freeze slices individually for longer shelf life.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 365
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 115mg