Melt-in-Your-Mouth Cake – Buttery, Soft, and Irresistible
A rich, soft, and tender cake that melts in your mouth with every bite. Perfectly sweet with a buttery crumb.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: 10 slices 1x
Ingredients
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1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
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1 ¾ cups granulated sugar
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4 large eggs, room temperature
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1 cup sour cream (or Greek yogurt)
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2 teaspoons vanilla extract
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2 cups cake flour
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1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
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½ teaspoon salt
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Optional: Powdered sugar or glaze for topping
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease and flour a bundt or loaf pan.
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Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy (3–5 minutes).
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Add eggs one at a time, beating after each addition.
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Mix in sour cream and vanilla.
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Sift together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add to wet ingredients, mixing gently.
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Pour into prepared pan and smooth the top.
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Bake for 55–65 minutes, until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
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Cool in pan for 15 minutes, then invert onto wire rack to cool completely.
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Dust with powdered sugar or glaze if desired.
Notes
For a citrus variation, add lemon zest. To freeze, wrap well and store up to 2 months. Serve with berries or whipped cream for a dessert-ready treat.