Description
Learn how to create moist and tender cakes using high-fat ingredients and proper baking techniques.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup sour cream
- 4 large eggs
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 3 cups cake flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Mix in the sour cream until combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Pour the batter into a prepared bundt pan.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack.
- Once cool, brush with a sugar syrup for added moisture if desired.
Notes
For extra richness, consider adding an additional tablespoon of sour cream to the batter.