Description
Old Fashioned Pound Cake is a delightful throwback to simpler times, offering a dense, buttery texture that’s perfect for any occasion. This classic recipe promises to evoke fond memories while satisfying your sweet tooth. Whether you enjoy it plain or topped with fresh fruits, whipped cream, or a drizzle of chocolate sauce, this cake is versatile enough to shine at holidays and family gatherings or during cozy afternoons at home. With straightforward preparation steps, even novice bakers can master this timeless dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter (2 sticks), softened
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 6 large eggs, room temperature
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease and flour a tube pan.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated.
- Gradually add the flour, mixing gently until just combined.
- Pour batter into the prepared tube pan and bake for about 60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 80g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 120mg