Classic All-Butter Loaf Cake
Indulge in the timeless elegance of the Classic All-Butter Loaf Cake, a rich and buttery delight perfect for any occasion. Made with simple pantry staples like unsalted butter, vanilla extract, and all-purpose flour, this crowd-pleasing dessert is fluffy, tender, and delicately flavored. The recipe uses a masterful technique of creaming butter and sugar to achieve its signature lightness, while alternating dry ingredients with milk ensures a moist crumb every time. Ready in just over an hour, this easy loaf cake is versatile enough to be enjoyed plain or dressed up with glazes, fresh berries, or whipped cream. Whether served as an afternoon indulgence or a dinner party finale, this buttery loaf cake will make you savor every slice. A must-try for fans of classic, homemade baking!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 220 grams unsalted butter, softened
- 200 grams granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 240 grams all-purpose flour
- 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 60 milliliters whole milk
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan with butter or non-stick spray.
In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 3 to 4 minutes, using an electric hand mixer or stand mixer.
Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition until fully incorporated. Stir in the vanilla extract.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture in three parts, alternating with the milk. Begin and end with the flour mixture, mixing gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 55 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Slice and serve the cake on its own, or top with your choice of glaze, berries, or whipped cream.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3564 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 202.8 g | 260% | |
| Saturated Fat | 120.5 g | 602% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1232 mg | 411% | |
| Sodium | 2193 mg | 95% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 394.4 g | 143% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.5 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 204.7 g | ||
| Protein | 52.7 g | 105% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.7 mcg | 23% | |
| Calcium | 268 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 15.3 mg | 85% | |
| Potassium | 691 mg | 15% | |
*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.
