Butter Vanilla Cake is a delightful treat that perfectly balances buttery richness and sweet vanilla flavor. The cake is sure to impress at any gathering, whether it’s a birthday bash or a casual family dinner. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you’ll be on your way to baking bliss without breaking a sweat.
When it comes to baking, using high-quality butter can significantly impact the flavor of your Butter Vanilla Cake, so I recommend splurging a little here. If you need a dairy-free option, consider using a non-dairy butter substitute and almond milk instead of half-and-half. Always check for fresh ingredients, especially eggs, to ensure your cake rises beautifully and has the right texture.
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Butter Vanilla Cake Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 cup butter, softened
- 2 1/2 cups sugar
- 5 large eggs
- 3 cups flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup half-and-half cream
- 1 tablespoon vanilla
Instructions
- Mix 1 cup of softened butter at medium speed until creamy.
- Gradually add 2 1/2 cups of sugar, mixing until the mixture is light and fluffy.
- Add 5 large eggs, one at a time, just until they are well blended.
- In a separate bowl, combine 3 cups of flour, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, and 1/4 teaspoon of salt.
- Add the flour mixture alternately with 3/4 cup of half-and-half cream to the butter mixture, starting and ending with the flour mixture. Beat each addition at low speed just until blended.
- Mix in 1 tablespoon of vanilla until fully incorporated.
- Pour the batter into a greased and floured 12-cup bundt pan.
- Bake at 325 degrees for 1 hour to 1 hour and 10 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the cake comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan on a wire rack for 15 minutes before carefully removing the cake from the pan.
- Let the cake cool completely on the wire rack for about 30 minutes.
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