Butterscotch Genoise
Prep
20 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
You're going to love this butterscotch genoise because it comes together in just 45 minutes from start to table. The beauty of this recipe is its simplicity, requiring only basic pantry ingredients and minimal fussing around. Eggs are packed with choline, which supports brain health, and combined with rich butterscotch syrup and a silky cream topping, they create something truly special. What I adore most is how forgiving this cake is, making it perfect for both beginners and experienced bakers. It's elegant enough for company yet straightforward enough for a weeknight treat.
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Ingredients
- 250 gall-purpose flour
- 200 ggranulated sugar
- 150 gunsalted butter, softened
- 2large eggs
- 100 mlbutterscotch syrup
- 100 mlheavy cream
- 20 gunsalted butter, melted
- 1 gsalt
- 2 gbaking powder
- unsalted butter, for greasing
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a 20cm x 10cm x 5cm baking tin. Line the bottom of the tin with parchment paper.
- 2
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
Tip: Whisk until the mixture is well combined and slightly aerated.
- 3
In a large bowl, whisk together the softened butter and eggs until light and fluffy.
Tip: Use an electric mixer for best results.
- 4
Add the melted butter, butterscotch syrup, and heavy cream to the bowl and whisk until well combined.
Tip: Make sure to scrape down the sides of the bowl for an even mixture.
- 5
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and whisk until just combined.
Tip: Do not overmix the batter.
- 6
Pour the batter into the prepared baking tin and smooth the top.
Tip: Make sure the batter is evenly distributed and the top is smooth.
- 7
Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Tip: Check the cake frequently during the last 5 minutes of baking.
- 8
Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the tin for 5 minutes.
- 9
Transfer the cake to a wire rack to cool completely.
Tip: Make sure the cake is completely cool before serving.
- 10
Once the cake is cool, you can serve it as is or dust it with powdered sugar for extra flavor.
Tip: Optional, but highly recommended!
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