Description
Indulge in the rich, buttery delight of cream cheese pound cake, a classic dessert that melts in your mouth. This easy-to-make recipe combines tangy cream cheese and sweet vanilla for an irresistible treat. Perfect for any occasion, this cake is sure to bring joy to gatherings and create cherished memories around the table. Serve it plain or dress it up with fresh fruit or whipped cream for a delightful twist.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 8 oz full-fat cream cheese (room temperature)
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs (room temperature)
- 3 cups all-purpose flour (sifted)
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- Cream together the butter and cream cheese in a large bowl until fluffy (about 3-5 minutes).
- Gradually add the sugar while mixing on medium speed until light and fluffy (about 5 minutes).
- Incorporate eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add this mixture to the wet ingredients at low speed until just combined.
- Stir in vanilla extract until incorporated.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 60-70 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 27g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 75mg