Introduction:
This butter pound cake recipe is a classic dessert that is rich, moist, and packed with buttery flavor. Perfect for any occasion, this cake is guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser. Enjoy a slice with a cup of coffee or as a sweet treat after dinner. You’ll love how easy it is to make this delicious cake!
Preparation time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 1 hour | Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes | Serves: 8
Ingredients:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease and flour a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk. Mix until just combined.
- Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 1 hour, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Slice and serve the butter pound cake on its own or with a dollop of whipped cream or fresh berries.
Nutrition Information:
Calories: 380 || Carbohydrates: 45g || Protein: 6g || Fat: 20g || Saturated Fat: 12g || Cholesterol: 130mg || Sodium: 180mg || Potassium: 100mg || Fiber: 1g || Sugar: 28g || Vitamin A: 700IU || Calcium: 50mg || Iron: 2mg