Description
A rich and buttery Southern Pound Cake with a golden crust and tender crumb, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs (room temperature)
- 3 cups all-purpose flour (sifted)
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (pure)
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup whole milk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C) and grease a bundt pan with butter.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Incorporate the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- In another bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter and sugar mixture, folding gently until just combined.
- Stir in the milk and vanilla extract until you have a smooth batter.
- Pour the batter into the prepared bundt pan and bake for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool in the pan for a few minutes before gently removing the cake.
Notes
For a lighter version, consider using low-calorie sweeteners, dairy-free alternatives, or whole wheat flour.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 110mg