Classic Pound Cake Recipe
This classic pound cake is rich, buttery, and incredibly moist. Perfect for any occasion, it features a delightful balance of flavors from the vanilla and sour cream, making it a favorite for dessert lovers. Serve it plain or with fresh fruit for an extra touch.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 70 mins
- Total Time: 85 mins
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Desserts
- Method: No bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease and flour a bundt pan.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the sour cream. Begin and end with the dry ingredients.
- Stir in the vanilla extract until the batter is smooth and well combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared bundt pan, spreading it evenly.
- Bake for 60-70 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the pound cake to cool in the pan for 15 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 260mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 120mg