EASY TASTY BUTTER CAKE

WineCheeseScallops
Nov 13
6 min read

Few desserts are as simple, classic, and completely satisfying as a Butter Cake. This Easy Tasty Butter Cake is the definition of comfort baking — soft, rich, and golden with a tender crumb that practically melts in your mouth. It’s an old-fashioned favorite with a buttery aroma that fills your kitchen and makes every slice feel like a warm hug.

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What makes this version special is its silky glaze. Poured over the cake while it’s still warm, it seeps into every crevice of the crumb, giving it that irresistible moist texture and sweet buttery flavor. It’s the perfect everyday cake — elegant enough for guests, but easy enough for any home baker to pull off.

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Butter

The star of the show — butter gives this cake its signature richness and flavor. When beaten with sugar, it traps air, creating a light, fluffy batter that bakes into a tender crumb. For the best results, use unsalted, room-temperature butter. Room temperature ensures the butter creams properly, while unsalted butter allows you to control the salt level for a perfectly balanced flavor.

Vanilla Extract

A small amount of vanilla goes a long way in bringing out the natural sweetness of the cake. It deepens the flavor of the butter, adds warmth, and gives that nostalgic bakery-style aroma. High-quality pure vanilla extract (or even homemade vanilla) makes a big difference here — it transforms this simple cake into something truly special.

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Recipe Origin

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This recipe is inspired by the timeless Southern tradition of “plain cakes” — simple, butter-rich desserts that don’t rely on frostings or fillings to shine. Think of it as the kind of cake you’d find cooling on a grandmother’s countertop, meant to be shared with coffee, tea, or company that just stopped by.

We wanted to capture that same sense of comfort and nostalgia but with a smoother, lighter crumb and a buttery glaze that adds a modern twist. The result is a cake that’s as simple as it is impressive — perfect for any occasion, from family dinners to bake sales to quiet Sunday afternoons.

At Wine Cheese Scallops, we love recipes that celebrate pure flavor, and this Easy Tasty Butter Cake does exactly that. It’s a reminder that sometimes, the best desserts are the simplest ones.

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Tips, Serving Suggestions, and Storage Advice

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Use room temperature ingredients — it helps the batter mix evenly and creates a light, fluffy texture.
Cream the butter and sugar thoroughly for about 3–4 minutes to incorporate air.
Alternate adding flour and milk to prevent overmixing, which can make the cake dense.
Don’t skip greasing and flouring the Bundt pan — it ensures the cake releases perfectly.
The glaze should be poured on immediately after baking while the cake is hot, so it soaks in beautifully.
Poke holes evenly with a skewer or toothpick to help the glaze absorb deeper into the crumb.
For a fun twist, add a splash of almond extract or lemon zest to the glaze.
Serve warm with fresh berries or a dusting of powdered sugar for a simple yet elegant presentation.
Store covered at room temperature for up to 5 days — the glaze helps keep it moist.
This cake also freezes beautifully — wrap tightly and thaw at room temperature for the same fresh-baked taste.

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Unique Recipe Qualities | EASY TASTY BUTTER CAKE

Golden brown bundt cake in a white dish, glistening with a sugary glaze, sits atop a textured baking sheet, creating a warm, appetizing mood.

Classic Southern-style butter cake made easy for any home baker.
Perfectly moist and tender thanks to the warm buttery glaze.
Simple ingredients with big flavor payoff.
No frosting required — the glaze does all the work.
Beautiful golden color and soft crumb.
Ideal for holidays, potlucks, or casual coffee breaks.
Keeps its flavor and texture for days after baking.
Just one bowl and one pan — easy cleanup.
Works as a base recipe for variations (lemon, almond, or spice versions).
A timeless, crowd-pleasing dessert that always feels homemade and heartfelt.

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Easy Tasty Butter Cake

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Ingredients

3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
¾ teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
2 cups granulated sugar
4 extra-large eggs, room temperature
1 cup whole milk

For the Glaze:

5 tablespoons unsalted butter
¾ cup granulated sugar
¼ cup water
1½ teaspoons vanilla extract

Instructions

Preheat oven to 325°F. Butter and flour a 10- to 12-cup Bundt pan, making sure all surfaces are coated well.
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, baking powder, and baking soda.
In a separate large mixing bowl or stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, beat the butter and sugar at medium speed until light and fluffy (about 3–4 minutes), scraping the sides of the bowl as needed.
With the mixer on low, add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture alternately with the milk, beginning and ending with flour. Beat just until combined after each addition — do not overmix.
Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared Bundt pan and smooth the top.
Bake for about 1 hour, or until a wooden pick inserted in the center comes out clean.

For the Glaze:

While the cake bakes, combine butter, sugar, and water in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir constantly until the mixture comes to a simmer and turns slightly opaque, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
As soon as the cake comes out of the oven, poke holes all over the top with a toothpick or skewer. Slowly pour the glaze over the hot cake, allowing it to soak in.
Let the cake cool in the pan for 15 minutes before inverting onto a wire rack.
Cool completely before serving. Store covered at room temperature for up to 5 days.

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