Description
Delightful bite-sized vanilla bean cakes perfect for any occasion, embodying warmth and cherished memories.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon real vanilla bean paste
- 1/3 cup milk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease mini cake pans.
- Cream the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the vanilla bean paste until evenly distributed.
- Sift together the dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually incorporate the dry mixture into the wet ingredients, alternating with milk.
- Pour the batter into the prepared mini cake pans, filling them about two-thirds full.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Serve on a decorative platter with powdered sugar dusting if desired.
Notes
For added flavor, consider variations like citrus zest or almond extract. Top with whipped cream or fresh berries for garnish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cake
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg