Description
Indulge in the rich and buttery goodness of this classic Pound Cake recipe. Perfect for any occasion, this moist and flavorful cake is sure to be a hit with family and friends.
Ingredients
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Cake:
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup whole milk
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat the oven to 325°F and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or bundt pan.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Add Eggs and Flavor: Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Mix Batter: Add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture in three additions, alternating with the milk. Mix just until combined.
- Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 70–80 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Let the cake cool in the pan before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For added flavor, try replacing some of the milk with buttermilk or sour cream.
- This cake freezes well—wrap tightly in plastic and foil for up to 2 months.
- Delicious served plain, with berries, or a glaze.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
