Description
This classic pound cake is everything a comforting dessert should be—rich, buttery, golden, and beautifully soft. It’s the kind of cake that never goes out of style, perfect for a simple morning treat or a cozy evening dessert. With a velvety crumb and flavor that feels nostalgic and warm, this recipe brings together simple ingredients in the most satisfying way. Whether you serve it plain, topped with berries, or paired with a cup of tea, it delivers that timeless homemade taste that people always come back to. This version stays tender for days and is incredibly easy to adapt if you want citrus, almond, or berry variations.
Ingredients
- Unsalted butter
- Granulated sugar
- Eggs
- All-purpose flour
- Milk
- Vanilla extract
- Salt
Instructions
- Prepare the loaf pan by greasing and flouring it well.
- Cream butter and sugar until pale and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each.
- Mix in vanilla and milk until smooth.
- Gently fold in flour and salt.
- Transfer the batter to the pan and smooth the top.
- Bake until golden and fully set. Rest before slicing.
Notes
- For extra richness, use heavy cream instead of milk. For a citrus twist, add lemon or orange zest. Always use room-temperature ingredients for the best texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 85mg