Pound Cake Recipe

This homemade pound cake recipe is buttery and rich, reminiscent of shortbread
cookies, yet still tender and light as a feather.

Servings: 12 people

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Prep Time:
15 minutes

Cook Time:
1 hour, 25 minutes

Total Time:
1 hour, 40 minutes

Course:

Dessert

Cuisine:

American

Keywords:

Pound Cake Recipe

Instructions

1 Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare a 9×5 inch loaf pan by
generously buttering and flouring it to prevent sticking.
2 In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, salt, and baking
powder, ensuring they are well combined. Set this mixture aside.
3 Using a stand mixer with the whisk attachment, cream the butter on medium speed
until it becomes smooth and creamy. Gradually add the sugar, beating until the
mixture is light and fluffy. Pause to scrape down the sides of the bowl to
ensure even mixing, then continue to beat for a few more seconds.
4 Incorporate the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. It’s
important to scrape down the bowl periodically to ensure the mixture is
well-blended and smooth.
5 Add the sour cream and vanilla extract to the mixture, beating until they are
fully integrated. Again, make sure to scrape down the sides of the bowl to
maintain a uniform mixture.
6 Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed
until just combined. Use a spatula to scrape down the bowl and ensure there are
no pockets of flour or butter remaining.
7 Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
Smooth the top to create an even surface. Bake in the preheated oven for
approximately 40 minutes, or until the center is set and a skewer inserted into
the middle comes out clean.
8 Once baked, let the cake cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then, carefully
transfer it to a cooling rack to cool completely before serving.

Pound Cake Recipe

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