Classic Homemade Pound Cake: Rich, Moist, and Perfectly Simple
A classic and simple pound cake recipe that bakes up moist and fluffy. Perfect for a loaf or bundt pan.
Ingredients
- 1 cup 227g unsalted butter softened
- 1 cup 227g granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs room temperature
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1.5 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Heat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a loaf pan (9x5) or Bundt pan.
- In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar with a mixer until pale and fluffy (about 3–5 minutes). This step traps air for lift.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, mixing well after each. Scrape down the bowl. Stir in vanilla extract.
- Whisk in flour, baking powder, and baking soda. Add the whole milk. Mix until just combined (don’t overmix).
- Pour batter into the prepared pan. Bake for 55–65 minutes (loaf) or 50–60 minutes (Bundt), until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
Notes
Please note that the nutritional information is a rough estimate and can vary significantly based on the products used in the recipe.
Nutrition
Calories: 136kcalCarbohydrates: 21gProtein: 6gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 76mgSodium: 126mgPotassium: 77mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 131IUCalcium: 67mgIron: 2mg
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