Introduction
This easy butter cake is soft, rich, and perfectly fluffy with a classic homemade flavor. It’s the kind of simple cake you can make anytime with basic ingredients, yet it tastes like something special. Perfect for tea time, birthdays, or just when you want a comforting dessert.
Ingredients
200 g unsalted butter, softened
180 g sugar
4 eggs
250 g all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
120 ml milk
1 teaspoon vanilla essence
Instruction
Preheat your oven to 180°C and grease a cake pan
In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition
Stir in the vanilla essence
In a separate bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, and salt
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk
Mix until smooth and well combined
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and level the top
Bake for 35 to 45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean
Let the cake cool before removing from the pan
Method
The creaming method is key in this recipe. Beating butter and sugar properly adds air, which helps create a light and fluffy texture. Adding dry and wet ingredients alternately keeps the batter smooth and prevents overmixing.
Benefits
Simple and budget-friendly ingredients
Soft and moist texture
Versatile base for adding fruits or chocolate
Perfect for beginners
Nutrition
Provides energy from butter and sugar
Contains protein from eggs
Moderate carbohydrates from flour
Best enjoyed in moderation as a treat
Tips
Make sure butter is soft, not melted
Do not overmix the batter to keep the cake tender
Use room temperature eggs for better mixing
You can add lemon zest or chocolate chips for extra flavor
Conclusion
This easy butter cake is a timeless recipe that delivers perfect results every time. With its soft crumb and rich flavor, it’s a go-to dessert you’ll want to make again and again.