This recipe is simple to prepare and results in a delicious pound cake with a moist, dense texture.
What Is Pound Cake?
Traditionally, pound cake is called that because the recipe takes a pound each of flour, butter, eggs, and sugar. This recipe is close to the original with the addition of vanilla and a pinch of salt for flavor. Most pound cakes are baked in a loaf pan or a pound cake pan (a bundt cake mold) and are served with powdered sugar or a glaze.
Ingredients For Pound Cake
Batter – While this recipe doesn’t measure in pounds, it does keep the traditional pound cake ingredients of flour, butter, sugar, and eggs. Vanilla – A classic flavor and while simple, it’s so delicious! Opt for real vanilla extract instead of artificial vanilla for the best flavor.
How To Make Pound Cake
To make a perfect pound cake from scratch, have all of the ingredients at room temperature.
Tips for Success
Ensure the ingredients are at room temperature before starting. Beat the butter until the mixture is very light and fluffy. This takes about 8 minutes with a stand mixer. Measure and mix in flour just until combined.
Storing Pound Cake
To store a pound cake, keep it in a covered container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
For a bundt cake, pour the glaze slowly on the top of the cake in a circular fashion. For a loaf pan, pour the glaze in a side-to-side fashion from one end to the other.
To freeze a whole cake, wrap it in plastic wrap, then aluminum foil, and label it with the date. Place in the freezer. To freeze pieces of cake, cut them into slices and wrap them in plastic wrap, then aluminum foil and place them in the fridge to enjoy another day! Remove from the freezer and let thaw in the refrigerator. Did you enjoy this Easy Recipe? Be sure to leave a rating and a comment below! © SpendWithPennies.com. Content and photographs are copyright protected. Sharing of this recipe is both encouraged and appreciated. Copying and/or pasting full recipes to any social media is strictly prohibited. Please view my photo use policy here.
