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Maggianos Butter Cake Recipe

Maggianos Butter Cake Recipe

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Now, you don’t need to make a reservation to experience this dessert again. This Maggianos Butter Cake recipe brings that same indulgent flavor into your kitchen.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Calories 500 kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls (medium and large)
  • Electric mixer or stand mixer
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Rubber spatula
  • 4 small ramekins or a 9-inch round cake pan
  • Non-stick cooking spray or butter (for greasing)
  • Cooling rack
  • Oven

Ingredients
  

For the cake:

  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • ½ teaspoon almond extract optional
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ cup whole milk
  • ¼ cup sour cream

For topping (optional but recommended):

  • Powdered sugar for dusting
  • Fresh berries
  • Vanilla ice cream or whipped cream

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease ramekins or a cake pan with butter or non-stick spray.
  • In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar using an electric mixer until light and fluffy (about 3-4 minutes).
  • Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Add vanilla extract and almond extract if using.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
  • Add half of the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, followed by the milk. Mix gently. Add the remaining dry ingredients, then fold in the sour cream until the batter is smooth.
  • Pour the batter evenly into ramekins or cake pan. Bake for 35–40 minutes until the tops are golden and a toothpick comes out clean from the center.
  • Let the cakes cool for 10 minutes before serving. Dust with powdered sugar and serve with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

Notes

  • Use room temperature ingredients to ensure smooth mixing and even baking.
  • Don’t overmix the batter — this can make the cake dense instead of fluffy.
  • Use ramekins for individual servings that feel extra special and bake evenly.
  • Let the cake cool slightly before serving — this enhances the texture and flavor.
  • Sour cream is key — it adds moisture and richness that defines this Maggianos Butter Cake recipe.
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