Quick Pound Cake
Discover the perfect balance of simplicity and decadence with this Quick Pound Cake recipe, a timeless classic that comes together in just 15 minutes of prep time! Made with pantry staples like buttery-rich unsalted butter, creamy whole milk, and fragrant vanilla extract, this buttery pound cake delivers a tender crumb and irresistible flavor. The recipe's foolproof step-by-step instructions guide you to easily achieve a golden, moist loaf that's perfect for any occasion, from casual family snacks to elegant tea-time treats. Serve it with a sprinkle of powdered sugar, fresh fruit, or whipped cream to elevate every slice. Keywords: quick pound cake, easy pound cake recipe, moist pound cake, classic desserts, homemade baking.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 170 grams Unsalted butter
- 200 grams Granulated sugar
- 3 pieces Large eggs
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 190 grams All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 60 milliliters Whole milk
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and grease a standard 9x5-inch loaf pan with butter or nonstick spray. Lightly dust the pan with flour and tap out any excess.
In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to cream the butter and sugar together on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition to ensure they are fully incorporated.
Mix in the vanilla extract until combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
With the mixer on low speed, add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture in three additions, alternating with the milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients. Mix just until combined; avoid overmixing.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and use a spatula to smooth the top.
Bake in the preheated oven for 50-55 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 10 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Serve on its own or with a dusting of powdered sugar, a dollop of whipped cream, or fresh fruit if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2968 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 164.6 g | 211% | |
| Saturated Fat | 90.9 g | 454% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 942 mg | 314% | |
| Sodium | 1301 mg | 57% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 354.0 g | 129% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.2 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 204.4 g | ||
| Protein | 40.9 g | 82% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.7 mcg | 18% | |
| Calcium | 224 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 11.8 mg | 66% | |
| Potassium | 558 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.
