Great Pound Cake
Indulge in the classic simplicity of this Great Pound Cake, a recipe that delivers buttery perfection with every slice. Made with pantry staples like unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and all-purpose flour, this cake achieves its rich, tender crumb through the perfect balance of ingredients and a straightforward baking method. Flavored with a hint of vanilla and baked to golden perfection, it's an irresistible treat that’s perfectly versatile—whether served plain, dusted with powdered sugar, or accompanied by fresh fruit and whipped cream. With just 20 minutes of prep time and minimal effort, this quintessential pound cake is great for family gatherings, tea parties, or a cozy dessert at home. Make this timeless classic part of your dessert repertoire today!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 226 grams unsalted butter, softened
- 400 grams granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 300 grams all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 120 ml whole milk
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together using a hand or stand mixer on medium speed until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed to ensure everything is evenly incorporated.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture in three additions, alternating with the milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients. Beat on low speed just until combined without overmixing.
Stir in the vanilla extract until evenly distributed.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread it out evenly with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Slice and serve as desired. Enjoy your Great Pound Cake with a cup of coffee, tea, or a dollop of whipped cream on the side!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4623 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 210.3 g | 270% | |
| Saturated Fat | 124.8 g | 624% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1252 mg | 417% | |
| Sodium | 1993 mg | 87% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 642.0 g | 233% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.2 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 407.8 g | ||
| Protein | 61.0 g | 122% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.4 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 354 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 18.1 mg | 101% | |
| Potassium | 849 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.
