Classic Vanilla Butter Cake with Buttermilk Sauce | June 19, 2025

This heavenly vanilla butter cake paired with a rich and buttery buttermilk sauce is the ultimate comfort dessert. Its soft, moist texture and the luscious sauce make every bite unforgettable. Perfect for celebrations or as a sweet treat for any day!

Ingredients

For the Cake:

• 3 tablespoons melted butter
• 2/3 cup sugar
• 4 large eggs, at room temperature, lightly cooled
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract or vanilla puree
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup buttermilk

For the Buttermilk Sauce:

• 1 cup sugar
• 1/4 cup (60 ml) cubed butter
• 1/4 cup water
• 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

 

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