Description
Indulge in the perfect cream cheese pound cake with this simple recipe. Its rich, buttery flavor and velvety texture make it an ideal dessert for any occasion, from family gatherings to elegant teas.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups unsalted butter, softened
- 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
- 3 cups sugar
- 6 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Grease and flour a 10-inch tube pan or bundt pan.
- In a large bowl, cream together butter, cream cheese, and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition, then stir in vanilla.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add to the creamed mixture, mixing just until blended.
- Pour batter into prepared pan. Bake for 1 hour and 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then remove to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for the best texture.
- Add a lemon or orange zest for a citrus twist.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 530
- Sugar: 50 g
- Sodium: 125 mg
- Fat: 29 g
- Saturated Fat: 17 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 62 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 170 mg