Delicious Million Dollar Pound Cake
Indulge in the rich flavors of this Delicious Million Dollar Pound Cake Recipe, a timeless dessert that is sure to impress at any gathering. With its perfect blend of buttery goodness and creamy texture from cream cheese, this cake offers an incredibly moist bite that melts in your mouth. Perfect for celebrations or a cozy treat at home, it pairs beautifully with fresh berries, whipped cream, or a delightful citrus glaze. Easy to make and packed with flavor, this classic pound cake will become a favorite in your baking repertoire.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 slices 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 the oven to 325°F (165°C) and grease your bundt or loaf pans.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
- In a large bowl, beat butter, cream cheese, and sugar until light and fluffy (about 3-5 minutes).
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition; stir in vanilla.
- Gradually add the dry mixture alternately with buttermilk until just combined.
- Pour batter into prepared pan(s) and smooth the top.
- Bake for approximately 90-100 minutes for bundt pans or 60-70 minutes for loaf pans; check for doneness with a toothpick.
- Cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (80g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 50g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 100mg