Description
This light and moist butter cake is a classic dessert loved for its rich flavor and tender crumb, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 1 2/3 cups cake flour (200 g)
- 1/4 cup milk powder (50 g)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3 large eggs, room temperature
- 2/3 cup whole milk, room temperature (150 ml)
- 3/4 cup salted butter, softened (170 g)
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar (80 g)
- 3/4 cup powdered sugar (100 g)
- 2 teaspoons SP cake emulsifier (10 g)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C).
- Sift together the cake flour, milk powder, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In another bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk until smooth. Set aside.
- In a mixing bowl, beat the butter and granulated sugar until just combined. Then add the powdered sugar and beat until light and fluffy, scraping the bowl as needed.
- Add the SP cake emulsifier and beat for 1 minute on medium speed.
- Slowly pour in the egg-milk mixture while mixing on low speed. Mix until fully incorporated.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients in three additions, mixing gently after each addition until smooth.
- Mix on medium speed for 1 minute, then reduce to low speed for 1 more minute to eliminate air bubbles.
- Pour about 1 lb (500 g) of batter into a lined baking tray.
- Place the tray into a larger pan lined with damp paper towels and filled with water to create a steam bath.
- Bake for 70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Notes
Serve plain or with powdered sugar. Add ice cream or fresh fruits for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American