Pound Cake
A classic Pound Cake featuring a rich, buttery crumb and a tender texture, perfect for dessert or afternoon tea.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 65 minutes
- Total Time: 80 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5 inch loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Combine the flour, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture alternately with milk, beginning and ending with the flour mixture.
- Stir in the vanilla extract until just combined.
- Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 60 to 70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For an extra touch, serve with fresh berries or a dusting of powdered sugar.
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