Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of baking a Moist Vanilla Pound, a classic comfort cake that brings warmth and joy to any occasion. This easy homemade pound cake recipe features a rich buttery flavor and a tender crumb, making it perfect for afternoon tea or festive gatherings. With just a handful of common pantry ingredients, you can create a dessert that impresses both novice bakers and seasoned chefs alike. Whether enjoyed plain, topped with whipped cream, or served alongside fresh fruits, this cake is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 225g (1 3/4 cups) all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 175g (3/4 cup) softened butter
- 150g (3/4 cup) sugar
- 150ml (2/3 cup) milk
- 2 large eggs (lightly beaten)
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 170°C (325°F). Grease and line a loaf tin.
- Sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
- In another bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Gradually add the eggs while mixing on low speed. If curdling occurs, add a spoonful of flour.
- Mix in the vanilla extract.
- Alternate adding the dry ingredients and milk until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf tin and bake for 60-65 minutes or until a skewer comes out clean.
- Allow cooling in the tin before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 65 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg