A rich, moist, and classic cake anyone can make
The butter cake is a timeless favorite—soft, melt-in-your-mouth, and full of rich buttery flavor. Whether you serve it plain, top it with frosting, or enjoy it with tea or coffee, this recipe gives you a flawless cake every time. With simple steps and basic ingredients, you can bake the perfect butter cake at home even if you’re a beginner.
🧈 Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
2 cups (240 g) all-purpose flour
1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
1 cup (226 g) unsalted butter, softened
1 ¼ cups (250 g) granulated sugar
4 large eggs (room temperature)
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
½ cup (120 ml) milk (room temperature)
½ cup (120 ml) heavy cream or more milk for extra softness
🔥 Instructions
1. Prepare the Pan
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Grease and flour an 8-inch (20 cm) round or 9×5-inch loaf pan.
Line the bottom with parchment paper for easy removal.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients
In a medium bowl, whisk together:
flour
baking powder
salt
Set aside.
3. Cream the Butter & Sugar
In a large bowl:
Beat softened butter with sugar on medium-high speed for 3–4 minutes until pale, fluffy, and creamy.
This step creates the cake’s perfect soft texture.
4. Add Eggs One by One
Add each egg and mix well before adding the next.
Stir in the vanilla.
5. Add Dry Ingredients & Milk Mixture
Alternate between dry ingredients and the milk/cream mixture:
Add ⅓ of the dry ingredients → mix
Add ½ of the milk/cream → mix
Repeat until everything is combined.
Do not overmix—stop once the batter is smooth.
6. Bake
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
Bake for 45–55 minutes, depending on your oven and pan size.
The cake is ready when:
a toothpick inserted comes out clean
the top is golden and springy
7. Cool
Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
🍰 Serving Ideas
Dust with powdered sugar
Serve with berries or fruit compote
Add a layer of vanilla or chocolate buttercream
Drizzle with lemon glaze
Enjoy warm with tea, coffee, or milk
💡 Tips for the Perfect Butter Cake
Use room-temperature butter and eggs for even mixing.
Cream the butter long enough—this creates a light texture.
Do not overmix once you add the flour.
If the top browns too quickly, cover loosely with foil.
For extra moisture, replace some milk with sour cream or yogurt.
⭐ Optional Flavor Variations
Lemon Butter Cake
Add 1 tablespoon lemon zest + 2 tablespoons lemon juice.
Chocolate Marble Butter Cake
Remove 1 cup batter and mix with 2 tablespoons cocoa powder, then swirl in.
Almond Butter Cake
Add ½ teaspoon almond extract.
Coconut Butter Cake
Replace ½ cup milk with coconut milk.
🎉 Enjoy Your Perfect Butter Cake at Home!
Soft, rich, buttery, and absolutely delicious—this butter cake is perfect for birthdays, tea time, celebrations, or simple everyday treats. With this recipe, you’ll get a flawless texture and flavor every single time.