Pound cake

Pound Cake

Preparation Time:

• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Cook Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
• Total Time: 1 hour 40 minutes

Difficulty Level:

• Easy

Ingredients:

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 4 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup whole milk

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven:
   • Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease and flour a 10-inch bundt pan or loaf pan.
2. Cream the Butter and Sugar:
   • In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy. This should take about 5 minutes.
3. Add Eggs and Vanilla:
   • Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
4. Combine Dry Ingredients:
   • In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
5. Mix Wet and Dry Ingredients:
   • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture, alternating with the milk. Begin and end with the flour mixture. Mix until just combined.
6. Bake the Cake:
   • Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula. Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
7. Cool and Serve:
   • Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 15 minutes, then turn it out onto a wire rack to cool completely. Slice and serve as desired.

Nutritional Information (per serving, based on 12 servings):

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 5g
• Fat: 16g
• Carbohydrates: 48g
• Fiber: 1g
• Sugar: 30g
• Sodium: 150mg

Enjoy this classic, moist pound cake with a cup of coffee or tea, or dress it up with fresh berries and whipped cream for a delightful dessert!