Easy Homemade Butter Cake

-


 There is something special about a simple homemade butter cake. It doesn't need fancy decorations or complicated ingredients. A good butter cake, made with a few basic ingredients, is soft, fluffy, buttery and perfect with a cup of tea or coffee.

This is one of those recipes I like because it is simple to remember. The main ingredients—butter, sugar and flour—are all 250 g. Once you remember that, the rest of the recipe is easy to follow.

Ingredients

  • 250 g butter or margarine, softened
  • 250 g sugar
  • 250 g all-purpose flour
  • 4 eggs — approximately 250 g with the shells
  • 1½ teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 2 tablespoons fresh milk, approximately
  • A little butter or margarine for greasing the baking tray

A Little Tip Before You Start

Make sure all your ingredients are at room temperature.

This is particularly important for the butter and eggs. Using room-temperature ingredients helps them mix together properly and gives you a softer and fluffier cake.

If your butter is refrigerated, take it out ahead of time and allow it to soften naturally. It should be soft enough to beat easily, but it shouldn't be melted.

How to Make Butter Cake

1. Prepare the oven and baking tray

Preheat your oven to 180°C.

Grease your baking tray well with a little butter or margarine.

You can also line the bottom with baking paper if you prefer, which makes it easier to remove the cake after baking.

2. Beat the butter and sugar

Add the softened butter and sugar to a mixing bowl.

Using an electric cake mixer, beat them well until the mixture becomes light, creamy and fluffy.

Don't rush this step. Properly beating the butter and sugar helps give the cake a nice light texture.

3. Add the eggs

Start adding the eggs one at a time, beating well after adding each egg.

Adding the eggs gradually helps them incorporate properly into the butter and sugar mixture.

4. Add the flour

Sift the flour and baking powder together.

Gradually add the flour mixture to the cake batter and fold it in gently.

Add about 2 tablespoons of fresh milk while mixing. The milk helps bring the flour and the rest of the batter together and gives you a smooth cake batter.

Finally, add the vanilla and gently mix it through.

Try not to overmix the batter after adding the flour, as this can affect the softness of the finished cake.

5. Bake the cake

Pour the batter into the prepared, butter-coated baking tray and spread it evenly.

Place it in the preheated oven at 180°C and bake for approximately 30–40 minutes.

The exact baking time can vary depending on your oven and the size and depth of your baking tray.

Avoid opening the oven during the first 20 minutes of baking.

During the early stage of baking, the cake is still rising and its structure is not fully set. Opening the oven door too early can cause a sudden drop in temperature, which may make the cake sink in the middle.

After about 30 minutes, you can check whether the cake is done by inserting a wooden skewer or toothpick into the centre. If it comes out clean, or with just a few moist crumbs, the cake is ready.

You can also check whether the edges have started to pull slightly away from the sides of the tray.

Allow the cake to cool before cutting.

My Simple Butter Cake Formula

One reason I love this recipe is how easy it is to remember:

250 g butter + 250 g sugar + 250 g flour + 4 eggs

Then add:

  • 1½ tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp vanilla
  • About 2 tbsp milk

It is a simple recipe that is easy to make whenever you want a homemade cake without having to look for complicated ingredients.

Tips for a Soft and Fluffy Butter Cake

  • Use room-temperature ingredients.
  • Beat the butter and sugar well until light and creamy.
  • Add the eggs one at a time.
  • Sift the flour and baking powder before adding them.
  • Fold the flour in gently rather than overmixing.
  • Use a preheated oven.
  • Avoid opening the oven during the first 20 minutes.
  • Don't overbake the cake. Check it around the 30-minute mark depending on your oven and baking tray.
  • Want an extra-light butter cake? Try separating the eggs and whipping the whites before folding them into the batter.

A Simple Homemade Favourite

This butter cake is lovely on its own, but you can also serve it with a cup of tea, coffee or a glass of milk. It is also a good basic cake if you want to add a simple frosting or decoration for a birthday or family gathering. 

If you would like to turn this butter cake into a colourful ribbon cake, simply divide the prepared batter into a few portions and add a different food colour to each portion. Gently mix the colours through the batter, then layer the coloured mixtures in the baking tray before baking.

You can use two or more colours depending on the look you want to create.

Sometimes the simplest cakes are the ones that disappear the fastest. ❤️

Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

Colourful Mix Salad

-
Image
 My little daughter is quite a picky eater, and getting her to enjoy vegetables is no easy task. This salad started as a small experiment in my kitchen—and to my surprise, she absolutely loved it! I often prepare this colorful mixed salad for dinner, especially when we’re having pizza or a savory pasta with meatballs that doesn’t include many vegetables. When I plan our meals, I always try to strike a balance between healthy and tasty, and this salad fits perfectly into that idea. The vibrant colours naturally attract kids, making them more excited to eat, while the simple, wholesome ingredients add a fresh and delicious flavour. Best of all, it’s super easy to prepare—perfect for busy days when you still want to serve something nutritious. A simple dish, a happy kids, and a balanced meal—this salad checks all the boxes. What you will need. Ingredients : Boiled Potatoes , Carrots, Beans or Green Peas 2 Boiled Eggs Gurkin or Cucumber, Tomato and Latus Bell pepper from a preferred co...
Read more

Crispy Young Jackfruit Cutlets (Sri Lankan Polos Cutlets)

-
Image
 Sri Lankan Polos Cutlets are one of the most iconic and loved evening snacks in Sri Lanka. Made using boiled young jackfruit , spices, potatoes, and a crispy breadcrumb coating, these cutlets are a favourite for tea time, school events, and family gatherings. If you’re looking for an easy, delicious, and authentic Polos cutlets recipe , this guide walks you through everything—ingredients, step-by-step instructions, tips, and serving ideas. What Are Polos? Polos cutlets are a type of Sri Lankan jackfruit cutlet made with young jackfruit (polos) . They have a meat-like texture, making them a great  vegetarian snack  that’s still hearty and satisfying.  Jackfruit with so many versions  Normally we take very young jackfruit as polos before the seeds shows up. Later on when jackfruit grows more we call it kos . When it still have the white color but with tiny seeds we make kos mallun .(shredded jackfruit combined with scraped coconut and spices) . When it ...
Read more

Creamy Chicken Puff Pastry

-
Image
  mini puff pastries that I made for my daughters birthday last time Today I am going to bring a recipe that is often prepared in my kitchen. Something that my kids love to eat. I almost always make this for their birthday parties and for their lunch box snacks. A little bigger version with sesame seeds If you’re looking for a simple yet indulgent snack , this creamy chicken puff pastry is a perfect choice. With its golden, flaky layers and rich, creamy chicken filling, this recipe is ideal for tea time, parties, or even as a light meal. Best of all, it’s easy to prepare using store-bought puff pastry, making it a go-to recipe for busy days. Why You’ll Love This Creamy Chicken Puff Pastry Crispy, buttery, and flaky pastry Rich and creamy chicken filling Perfect for parties, lunchboxes, or evening tea Easy to make with simple ingredients Ingredients for Creamy Chicken Puff Pastry For the Filling 250 g cooked chicken (shredded or finely chopped) 1 medium onion,...
Read more