Description
Indulgent cream cheese pound cake promises a silky, rich experience that elevates classic dessert traditions. Sweet southern charm meets culinary perfection, delivering a moist, tender slice that will transport taste buds to comforting kitchen memories.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup cream cheese
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1.5 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
Leavening and Flavoring:
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
Finishing Ingredients:
- 1 tbsp powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F and thoroughly grease a 9-inch bundt pan, ensuring complete coverage to prevent sticking.
- Cream together softened butter and cream cheese in a large mixing bowl until the mixture becomes smooth and fluffy, approximately 3-4 minutes.
- Gradually incorporate granulated sugar into the butter mixture, beating continuously until the texture becomes light and airy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition to maintain a consistent, silky batter.
- Sift together flour, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl to eliminate potential lumps and ensure even distribution.
- Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, using a spatula to blend until just combined, avoiding overmixing.
- Stir in vanilla extract, ensuring it is evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Transfer the batter into the prepared bundt pan, smoothing the top with a spatula to create an even surface.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Remove from oven and allow the cake to cool in the pan for 15 minutes before inverting onto a wire rack.
- Once completely cooled, dust the top with powdered sugar for an elegant finish.
- Slice and serve at room temperature, enjoying the rich, dense texture of this classic pound cake.
Notes
- Use room temperature ingredients to ensure smooth, even mixing and optimal texture.
- Avoid overmixing the batter, which can lead to a tough, dense cake with a rubbery consistency.
- Generously grease the bundt pan with butter and flour, or use a non-stick baking spray to prevent sticking.
- Check cake doneness early by inserting a toothpick at 55 minutes to prevent overbaking and dryness.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour with a 1:1 gluten-free baking blend.
- Add lemon zest or almond extract for a subtle flavor variation that enhances the cake’s richness.
- Cool cake completely before slicing to maintain its delicate structure and prevent crumbling.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60-70 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 31 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 54 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg