Moist Vanilla Pound Cake
Moist Vanilla Pound Cake is a luscious dessert that embodies buttery richness and a melt-in-your-mouth texture. This classic cake shines at any gathering—be it a birthday party, tea time, or a cozy afternoon treat. Its versatility allows you to serve it plain, with fresh berries, or dressed in your favorite icing. With every bite, you’ll experience the delightful balance of sweetness and flavor that makes this pound cake a timeless favorite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 65 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 10 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 225 g (1 3/4 cups) plain/all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 175 g (3/4 cup) softened butter
- 150 g (3/4 cup) regular sugar
- 150 ml (2/3 cup) milk
- 2 large eggs (lightly beaten)
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 170°C (325°F). Grease and line a loaf tin with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Cream the softened butter and sugar until light in color, about 3-5 minutes.
- Gradually add the beaten eggs and vanilla extract while mixing on low speed.
- Alternately mix in the flour mixture and milk until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf tin and smooth the top.
- Bake for 1 hour to 1 hour and 5 minutes, checking doneness with a skewer.
- Cool in the tin for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Find it online: https://auntcooks.com/moist-vanilla-pound/