Baker's Dozen Favorite Butter Cake

Indulge in the timeless comfort of the Baker’s Dozen Favorite Butter Cake, a classic dessert that combines rich, buttery flavor with a moist, tender crumb. This easy-to-make butter cake recipe uses simple yet essential ingredients like softened unsalted butter, pure vanilla extract, and whole milk to create a perfectly balanced flavor that’s both sweet and sophisticated. The cake’s preparation is straightforward, with a light and fluffy batter that bakes to golden perfection in just 45 minutes. Whether served plain, dusted with powdered sugar, or topped with whipped cream, this versatile cake is perfect for any occasion, from casual family gatherings to elegant celebrations. With only 20 minutes of prep time and serving up to 12, this butter cake is a go-to recipe for any home baker.

Nutriscore Rating: 43/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 4 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 2.5 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1 cup whole milk

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease and flour a 13x9 inch cake pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar together using an electric mixer until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 3

Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Then, mix in the vanilla extract until fully incorporated.

Step 4

In a separate medium bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients in three additions, alternating with the whole milk. Start and end with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix.

Step 6

Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and spread it evenly with a spatula.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 8

Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

Serve plain, dusted with powdered sugar, or with a dollop of whipped cream. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1461.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4999.2

Total Fat 223.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 132.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 1289.9mg	0%
Sodium 1830.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 696.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.8g	0%
Total Sugars 412.7g
Protein 71.2g	0%

Vitamin D 267.4IU	0%
Calcium 511.1mg	0%
Iron 20.9mg	0%
Potassium 1081.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 39.6%

Protein: 5.6%

Carbs: 54.8%