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Classic Pound Cake
Traditional dish · American
A rich, dense, and buttery pound cake, traditionally made with a pound each of butter, sugar, eggs, and flour. This recipe delivers a moist crumb and a golden-brown crust, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- Unsalted butter, softened1 pound (454g)
- Granulated sugar1 pound (454g)
- Large eggs10
- All-purpose flour1 pound (454g)
- Salt1/4 teaspoon
- Vanilla extract1 teaspoon
Steps
- 1
Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease and flour a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
- 2
In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- 3
Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- 4
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and salt.
- 5
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
- 6
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread evenly.
- 7
Bake for 70-80 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
- 8
Let the cake cool in the pan for 15 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
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