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Classic Old-Fashioned Pound Cake

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A dense, moist, and buttery old-fashioned pound cake recipe with a golden crust. A timeless classic perfect for dessert or coffee time.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 minute
Total Time 1 minute
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 12 slices
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • Bundt Pan
  • Stand mixer

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb Unsalted butter, room temperature
  • 3 cups Granulated sugar
  • 6 large Eggs, room temperature
  • 3 cups Cake flour, sifted
  • 1 cup Whole milk, room temperature
  • 1 tbsp Vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 1 tsp Baking powder

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Grease and flour a 10-inch Bundt pan thoroughly.
  • In a large mixer bowl, cream the butter and sugar on high speed for 5-7 minutes until pale and very fluffy.
  • Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract.
  • Sift together flour, baking powder, and salt. Reduce mixer speed to low.
  • Add flour mixture alternately with milk, starting and ending with flour. Mix just until combined.
  • Pour batter into prepared pan. Bake for 60-75 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  • Cool in pan for 15 minutes, then invert onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for the best rise and texture.
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