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French Butter Cake

French Butter Cake

This French Butter Cake recipe features a delightful blend of vanilla and almond flavors, creating a melt-in-your-mouth experience.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: DESSERT RECIPES
Cuisine: French
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 cup plain yogurt or Greek yogurt keeps the cake moist
  • 1 cup granulated sugar sweetens the cake
  • 3 large eggs binds the ingredients
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract use pure for best flavor
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract optional, can be omitted
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour sifted for a lighter cake
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder check expiration date
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt enhances sweetness
  • 1/2 cup neutral flavored oil canola or sunflower
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup granulated sugar finely granulated helps dissolve
  • 1/4 cup butter (salted) adds richness
  • 1/4 cup water room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract harmonizes flavors
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract for extra flavor

Equipment

  • 9-inch round cake pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your 9-inch round cake pan by greasing it lightly.
  2. Mix the yogurt, granulated sugar, and eggs in a large bowl until smooth.
  3. Stir in the vanilla extract and almond extract.
  4. Combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl.
  5. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing gently.
  6. Pour in the neutral oil and mix until the batter is smooth.
  7. Transfer the batter to the prepared pan and bake for about 40 minutes.
  8. Prepare the glaze by combining the granulated sugar, butter, water, vanilla extract, and almond extract in a saucepan over medium heat.
  9. Heat until the butter melts and the sugar dissolves.
  10. Drizzle the glaze over the warm cake once it’s out of the oven.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 4gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Optional: Top with sliced almonds for added crunch.

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