Description
A timeless classic, this pound cake delivers rich flavor and moist texture, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a medium-sized loaf pan.
- Cream together the softened butter and sugar in a large mixing bowl until light and fluffy (3-5 minutes).
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each.
- Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the flour and salt, mixing just until combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake for 60-70 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For enhanced flavor, bake your pound cake a day in advance. Store in an airtight container for optimal freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 110mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: pound cake, dessert, baking, homemade cake, classic recipe