Description
Indulge in the delightful taste of Vanilla Pound Cake, a timeless dessert that captures warmth and nostalgia in every bite. With its rich buttery flavor and tender texture, this cake is perfect for any occasion—from birthdays to cozy brunches. Enjoy it plain or elevate it with fresh fruit and whipped cream for a touch of indulgence. This easy recipe will quickly become a beloved staple in your baking repertoire, bringing joy to your table.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 4 large eggs
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup whole milk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually mix dry ingredients into the butter mixture, alternating with milk until just combined.
- Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cooling for about 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 slice (85g)
- Calories: 365
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 170mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 90mg