Addy's Pound Cake American Girl Collection
Transport yourself back to simpler times with Addy's Pound Cake, a cherished recipe from the American Girl Collection. This classic Southern-inspired dessert is rich, buttery, and delightfully tender, made with wholesome ingredients like creamy unsalted butter, fresh eggs, and pure vanilla extract. Perfectly baked in a bundt or tube pan, this easy-to-make cake boasts a golden crust and a soft, velvety crumb that melts in your mouth. Whether served plain, adorned with fresh berries, or lightly dusted with powdered sugar, it's an ideal treat for family gatherings, holidays, or lazy afternoons. With just 20 minutes of prep and a heavenly aroma that fills your kitchen during its bake, this heirloom recipe is sure to become a treasured favorite.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 6 large eggs
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.75 cup whole milk
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C) and set a rack in the middle position. Grease a 10-inch bundt or tube pan generously with butter, then dust with flour to prevent sticking.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, cream the unsalted butter and granulated sugar together using a hand or stand mixer. Beat on medium speed until light, fluffy, and pale in color, about 3-5 minutes.
Step 3
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition to ensure they are fully incorporated. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed.
Step 4
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
Step 5
With the mixer on low speed, add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture in three parts, alternating with the milk. Start and end with the dry ingredients. Mix just until the batter is combined; do not overmix.
Step 6
Stir in the pure vanilla extract, ensuring it is evenly distributed throughout the batter.
Step 7
Pour the batter into the prepared pan, smoothing the top with a spatula. Tap the pan gently on the counter to release any air bubbles.
Step 8
Bake in the preheated oven for 70-75 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
Step 9
Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, carefully invert it onto a wire rack and let it cool completely before serving.
Step 10
Slice and enjoy this classic, buttery pound cake. Serve plain, with fresh fruit, or a dusting of powdered sugar for added elegance.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1371.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 4211.1 |
| Total Fat 135.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 69.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g | |
| Cholesterol 1386.0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2141.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 692.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 9.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 409.6g | |
| Protein 80.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 320.5IU | 0% |
| Calcium 466.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 22.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1102.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories