Description
Old Fashioned Pound Cake is a delightful, nostalgic dessert that captures the essence of home baking. This classic recipe yields a rich and buttery cake with a dense texture, making it perfect for any occasion—from family gatherings to afternoon teas. Enjoy it plain or elevate it with your favorite toppings like fresh berries, whipped cream, or a drizzle of fruit glaze. With just a handful of simple ingredients, you can create a heartwarming treat that brings comfort and joy to every slice.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 6 large eggs (room temperature)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease and flour a tube pan.
- In a mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Gradually incorporate flour until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for about 60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 105mg