Description
This classic Pound Cake recipe is a buttery and moist dessert that’s perfect for any occasion. With a simple list of ingredients and easy instructions, you’ll have a delicious cake in no time.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
Wet Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 large eggs
- 1/4 cup whole milk
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease/flour a 9×5-inch loaf pan or Bundt pan.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add Eggs and Flavorings: Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk flour, salt, and baking powder. Gradually add to the wet mixture, alternating with milk.
- Bake: Pour batter into the pan, smooth the top, and bake for 60-70 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Notes
- Enhance flavor with almond extract or lemon zest.
- Enjoy plain or dust with powdered sugar.
- Store at room temperature for several days or freeze for longer shelf life.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 65 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 170mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
