Easy Pound Cake Recipe
This Easy Pound Cake is delightfully rich and buttery! A perfect dessert for any occasion, simple yet scrumptious!
Servings: 8 servings
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 6 large eggs room temperature
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup sour cream
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) for even baking.
- Step 2: Grease and flour a standard loaf pan (9x5 inches) to prevent sticking.
- Step 3: Cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
- Step 4: Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Step 5: Mix in baking powder, vanilla extract, and salt until well combined.
- Step 6: Incorporate the sour cream until fully integrated.
- Step 7: Whisk together flour and cornstarch in a separate bowl, then add to wet ingredients gradually, mixing on low speed.
- Step 8: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top.
- Step 9: Bake for about 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Step 10: Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack to cool completely.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Electric Mixer
- Spatula
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Loaf Pan
- Cooling rack
Notes
- Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for best results.
- Do not skip the cornstarch; it helps create a tender crumb.
- Feel free to experiment with flavorings, such as almond extract or citrus zest.
- For a richer flavor, replace some granulated sugar with brown sugar.