Bourbon Pound Cake
Indulge in the rich, buttery flavors of a classic with a boozy twist—Bourbon Pound Cake. This decadent dessert combines the dense, moist texture of traditional pound cake with the warm, caramel-like notes of bourbon, creating a truly irresistible treat. With simple yet luxurious ingredients like creamy butter, fluffy eggs, and a splash of vanilla, each slice boasts a velvety crumb punctuated by the subtle depth of bourbon. Finished with a dusting of powdered sugar, this show-stopping dessert is perfect for entertaining or simply elevating your everyday sweet tooth. Whether served with a dollop of whipped cream or enjoyed on its own, this bourbon-infused cake is guaranteed to impress. Perfect for fans of Southern desserts and baked goods with a sophisticated flair!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 5 eggs
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup whole milk
- 0.25 cup bourbon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (optional, for topping)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease and flour a standard 10-cup bundt pan or a loaf pan.
In a large bowl, cream the unsalted butter and granulated sugar together using a hand or stand mixer until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition to fully incorporate.
In a separate medium-sized bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the whole milk. Start and end with the dry ingredients. Mix just until combined; do not overmix.
Stir in the bourbon and vanilla extract until the batter is smooth and evenly combined.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
Bake the cake in the preheated oven for 70-75 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Once baked, let the cake cool in the pan for about 15 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
If desired, sift powdered sugar over the top of the cooled cake for a finishing touch before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2969 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 123.7 g | 159% | |
| Saturated Fat | 66.1 g | 330% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1193 mg | 398% | |
| Sodium | 2046 mg | 89% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 424.6 g | 154% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 421.7 g | ||
| Protein | 36.2 g | 72% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.5 mcg | 32% | |
| Calcium | 314 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 4.4 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 552 mg | 12% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
