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Pound Cake

A rich and buttery pound cake, perfect for any occasion. This classic dessert is easy to make and is a favorite for gatherings.
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: pound cake, dessert, baking, classic recipes
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 10 servings
Calories: 300kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Optional: powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Grease and flour a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
  • In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
  • Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
  • Stir in the vanilla extract.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
  • Bake for 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  • Allow to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Calories: 300kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 15g | Fiber: 1g