Description
Indulge in a slice of this luscious cream cheese pound cake that combines moistness with a rich, buttery flavor. Perfect for any gathering or a cozy afternoon treat, this delightful dessert is sure to bring back fond memories and create new ones. Whether enjoyed plain or adorned with fresh berries and whipped cream, this cake is an irresistible classic that will have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 8 oz full-fat cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs, room temperature
- 3 cups all-purpose flour, sifted
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C) and grease a loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and cream cheese until fluffy (about 3-4 minutes).
- Gradually add granulated sugar while mixing until creamy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add to the wet mixture and mix until just combined.
- Fold in the vanilla extract gently.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 60-70 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow cooling in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 65 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (60g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 85mg