Description
A soft and tender brown butter cake with a rich, nutty aroma and warm caramelized notes. Simple pantry ingredients transform into a comforting and flavorful dessert perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Brown the butter by melting it in a saucepan over medium heat, stirring constantly until golden brown and nutty in aroma. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
- Whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
- In a separate large bowl, mix sugar and browned butter until smooth.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition, then stir in vanilla extract.
- Alternate adding dry ingredients and milk to the butter mixture, mixing gently until just combined.
- Pour batter into prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Watch for golden-brown color and nutty aroma when browning butter; small brown bits indicate properly toasted milk solids.
- If using salted butter, reduce or omit added salt.
- Flavor deepens if made a day in advance.
- Add chopped toasted pecans or walnuts for crunch.
- Serve plain, dusted with powdered sugar, or topped with glaze or frosting.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 32 g
- Sodium: 220 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 115 mg
