Description
Indulge in the classic flavors of our Vanilla Pound Cake Recipe, a timeless dessert that brings warmth and comfort to any gathering. With its rich, buttery texture and delightful vanilla aroma, this cake is incredibly versatile—perfect for birthdays, holidays, or simply as a sweet treat any day of the week. Serve it plain with a dusting of powdered sugar or elevate it with fresh fruits and a luscious glaze. This easy-to-follow recipe guarantees a moist and dense pound cake that will impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter (226 g), room temperature
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (125 g), spooned and leveled
- 1 cup cake flour (135 g), spooned and leveled
- 1 cup granulated sugar (200 g)
- 2 large eggs, plus 4 egg yolks, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup whole milk (120 ml), room temperature
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C) and grease a loaf pan.
- Cream together the unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Gradually add eggs and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flours, baking powder, and salt; then gradually mix into the wet ingredients, alternating with milk.
- Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for about 60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 185mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: For added flavor, incorporate lemon zest or almond extract into the batter. Try serving with homemade whipped cream or fresh berries to enhance the experience.