Vanilla Pound Cake: The Best Indulgent Recipe for Home Bakers
This Vanilla Pound Cake recipe is perfect for home bakers looking for a rich and indulgent dessert.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Total Time: 90 minutes
- Yield: 1 loaf 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup milk
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk.
- Pour the batter into a greased loaf pan.
- Bake for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let cool before serving.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use high-quality vanilla extract.
- This cake can be served plain or with a dusting of powdered sugar.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Vanilla Pound Cake