Williams-Sonoma’s Brown Butter Cake

Brown butter, also known as beurre noisette, is butter that has been cooked until the milk solids turn brown. It adds a rich, nutty flavor to baked goods like this cake.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 65 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 9.

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Williams-Sonoma’s Brown Butter Cake

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Anytime, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 35 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 1 hr 5 mins

Servings: 8 Calories: 2800

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup Unsalted Butter
• 2 cup All-Purpose Flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 1.5 cup Granulated Sugar
• 2 Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
• 0.75 cup Whole Milk
• 1 tablespoon Powdered Sugar (for dusting)

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
2. In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Cook until the butter turns golden brown and has a nutty aroma, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
3. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
4. In a large bowl, beat the granulated sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until light and fluffy. Gradually add the browned butter, mixing well after each addition.
5. Alternately add the flour mixture and milk to the butter mixture, beginning and ending with the flour mixture. Mix until just combined.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
7. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, transfer the cake to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. Dust the cooled cake with powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 18g28%

Total Carbohydrate 45g15%

Sugars 30g

Protein 4g8%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.