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French Butter Cake

French Butter Cake

  • Author: Samuel
  • Total Time: 50-55 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Experience the delight of a rich and moist French Butter Cake made with plant-based butter and natural ingredients. This classic recipe blends French patisserie elegance with the comfort of homemade baking. Enjoy a tender crumb, buttery softness, and perfect subtle sweetness that stays fresh for days. Easily customizable with flavors like lemon zest, almond flour, or berries, this cake is ideal for any occasion from casual tea to celebratory dessert.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon natural gelling agent
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup plant-based butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup whole plant-based milk, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (natural)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Ingredients: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease your cake pan with plant-based butter. Ensure eggs and plant-based milk are at room temperature for smooth mixing and even baking.
  2. Cream Plant-Based Butter and Sugar: Using a stand or hand mixer, beat the plant-based butter and granulated sugar together until pale and fluffy. This incorporates air, giving the cake a light texture.
  3. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Add eggs one at a time to the creamed mixture, beating well after each addition to keep a smooth batter. Blend in the natural vanilla extract for warmth and aroma.
  4. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, natural gelling agent, baking powder, and salt to ensure even distribution.
  5. Alternate Mixing Dry Ingredients and Plant-Based Milk: Add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients in three parts, alternating with two additions of plant-based milk. Mix gently to maintain airiness and prevent overmixing.
  6. Bake Until Golden and Set: Pour batter into the prepared pan, smooth the top, and bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cool for 10 minutes in the pan before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

  • Use room temperature eggs and plant-based milk for better rise and smoother batter.
  • Mix just until combined after adding dry ingredients to avoid a dense cake.
  • Ensure the natural gelling agent is fresh for perfect texture and moisture.
  • Start checking the cake a few minutes before the end of baking time as oven temperatures vary.
  • Cool the cake on a wire rack to avoid sogginess from trapped steam.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
  • Category: Desserts
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: French

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of cake)
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 20g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 32g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 55mg

Keywords: French Butter Cake, plant-based cake, moist cake, simple cake recipe, dairy free cake, elegant dessert

Find it online: https://quicktastykitchen.com/french-butter-cake/