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Pound Cake Recipes

A buttery, moist, and classic pound cake recipe that’s perfect for any occasion — easy to make and endlessly adaptable.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 365
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Cake Batter
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs room temperature
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup milk room temperature
Optional Glaze
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice or milk for desired consistency

Equipment

  • Bundt or loaf pan
  • Electric mixer
  • Mixing Bowls

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a loaf or Bundt pan.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar together until light and fluffy using an electric mixer.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients, alternating with milk, until fully incorporated and smooth.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared pan, smoothing the top evenly. Bake for 55–60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Cool for 10 minutes, then remove from the pan and let cool completely on a wire rack.
  8. For glaze, whisk powdered sugar with lemon juice or milk and drizzle over cooled cake if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 365kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 6gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 95mgSodium: 130mgPotassium: 85mgFiber: 1gSugar: 32gVitamin A: 580IUCalcium: 40mgIron: 1.2mg

Notes

For flavor variations, add almond extract, lemon zest, or a swirl of chocolate or berries before baking.
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