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Buttery Egg Delight Cake

Indulge in the Richness of This Buttery Egg Delight Cake

12servings
1 hr 5 min
Intermediate
Worth the slow weekend prepMacros ready to logFeeds a hungry crew
Buttery Egg Delight Cake

About this recipe

Experience the luscious combination of butter and eggs in this delightful cake. Perfect for gatherings and celebrations, this cake promises to be a crowd favorite with its rich texture and flavor.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9x13 inch baking pan with parchment paper.

  2. 2

    In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.

  3. 3

    Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.

  4. 4

    In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add this mixture to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the flour mixture.

  5. 5

    Stir in the vanilla extract until well combined.

  6. 6

    Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.

  7. 7

    Bake for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

  8. 8

    Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Chef's tip

For an extra flavor twist, consider adding zest of one lemon or orange to the batter.

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