Cold Oven Pound Cake
Discover the magic of a perfectly tender *Cold Oven Pound Cake*—a timeless Southern classic that bakes to golden perfection without preheating the oven. This recipe highlights the delicate balance of rich, buttery flavor and a moist, velvety crumb, achieved through a simple yet precise technique. Creamy sour cream and aromatic vanilla extract elevate this cake’s flavor, while the unique “cold oven” method ensures an even bake with a beautifully crisp crust. Ideal for any occasion, serve this irresistible pound cake on its own, dusted with powdered sugar, or paired with fresh fruit and whipped cream for an elegant touch. Ready in just 20 minutes of prep time and perfect for 12 servings, this treat brings both nostalgia and indulgence to your table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2.5 cups granulated sugar
- 6 units large eggs
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.5 teaspoons baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Instructions
Grease and flour a 10-inch bundt pan or tube pan. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar together using a hand or stand mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition to fully incorporate.
In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
Alternately add the dry ingredients and sour cream to the butter mixture, beginning and ending with the dry mixture. Mix on low speed between additions just until combined.
Add the vanilla extract and mix briefly to combine.
Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
Place the cake pan into a cold oven. Do not preheat the oven.
Set the oven temperature to 325°F (163°C) and bake for 70-75 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for 15 minutes. Then carefully invert it onto a wire rack and let it cool completely.
Slice and serve plain, or with whipped cream, fresh fruit, or a dusting of powdered sugar.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5819 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 271.5 g | 348% | |
| Saturated Fat | 161.6 g | 808% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1748 mg | 583% | |
| Sodium | 1834 mg | 80% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 797.3 g | 290% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.8 g | 35% | |
| Total Sugars | 517.3 g | ||
| Protein | 82.9 g | 166% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.0 mcg | 30% | |
| Calcium | 574 mg | 44% | |
| Iron | 22.9 mg | 127% | |
| Potassium | 868 mg | 18% | |
*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.
