Description
This classic Cream Cheese Pound Cake is rich, moist, and buttery with a delightful tang from the cream cheese. Perfect for any occasion, it features a tender crumb and a beautiful golden crust. Easy to make and buttery delicious, this pound cake can be enjoyed plain or dressed up with a glaze and fresh fruit.
Ingredients
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Primary Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 8 oz full-fat cream cheese (room temperature)
- 3 cups granulated sugar
- 6 large eggs (room temperature)
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Bring Ingredients to Room Temperature: Ensure all ingredients including butter, cream cheese, and eggs are at room temperature to help create a smooth, uniform batter.
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease a 10-inch bundt or loaf pan thoroughly to prevent sticking.
- Cream Butter and Cream Cheese: In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter and cream cheese together until completely smooth and free of lumps.
- Add Sugar: Gradually beat in the granulated sugar, continuing to mix for about 5 minutes until the mixture is light and fluffy.
- Add Eggs: Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition to ensure even incorporation and a smooth batter.
- Add Vanilla Extract: Mix in the vanilla extract for flavor.
- Sift and Add Dry Ingredients: Sift together the all-purpose flour and salt to remove lumps, then slowly add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing gently until just combined.
- Pour Batter into Pan: Transfer the batter into the prepared pan. Smooth the top and tap the pan gently on the counter to release any trapped air bubbles.
- Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 70 to 80 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool the Cake: Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 to 15 minutes. Then, turn out the cake onto a wire rack to cool completely.
- Optional Serving Suggestion: Once cooled, drizzle your pound cake with a glaze and garnish with fresh strawberries to elevate the presentation and flavor.
Notes
- Bringing ingredients to room temperature is key for a smooth batter and even baking.
- If using a bundt pan, greasing with a baking spray that includes flour is recommended.
- Check doneness early at 70 minutes as ovens vary.
- The cake can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days or frozen for longer storage.
- For a lighter texture, you can substitute half the all-purpose flour with cake flour.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Cream Cheese Pound Cake, Pound Cake, Cream Cheese Cake, Classic Pound Cake, Bundt Cake, Butter Cake
