Delicious Million Dollar Pound Cake
Indulge in the delightful experience of our Delicious Million Dollar Pound Cake Recipe. This classic cake is renowned for its rich, buttery flavor and moist texture, making it an ideal choice for any gathering or a cozy afternoon treat. With its impressive golden crust and fluffy interior, this cake not only tastes amazing but also presents beautifully on any table. The ease of preparation allows even novice bakers to create a masterpiece that is sure to impress friends and family alike. Customize your pound cake with fruits or nuts for an added touch, ensuring it suits every palate.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 50 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 3 cups granulated sugar
- 6 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup buttermilk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C). Grease and flour your bundt pan or loaf pans.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
- In a large bowl, beat softened butter, cream cheese, and sugar until light and fluffy (about 3-5 minutes).
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the flour mixture alternately with buttermilk to the batter; mix until just combined.
- Pour the batter into prepared pans and smooth the surface with a rubber spatula.
- Bake for about 90-100 minutes for bundt pans or 60-70 minutes for loaf pans until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before inverting onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 392
- Sugar: 49g
- Sodium: 299mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 137mg