The Best Pound Cake Ever: Moist, Buttery & Foolproof!

Discover the ultimate pound cake recipe — perfectly moist, buttery, and golden every time. A timeless dessert that's incredibly easy to make!

🧁 Why You'll Love This Recipe

This pound cake is rich, moist, and full of flavor. It has a golden crust, soft crumb, and buttery vanilla taste that melts in your mouth. Whether served plain, with berries, or topped with glaze, it’s guaranteed to impress.

🛒 Ingredients

1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, room temperature
1 ½ cups (300g) granulated sugar
4 large eggs
2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
½ tsp baking powder
½ tsp salt
½ cup (120ml) whole milk
1 tbsp vanilla extract

🍽️ Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a loaf pan or bundt pan.
Cream the butter and sugar using a mixer for about 3–5 minutes, until light and fluffy.
Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each.
In a separate bowl, sift the flour, baking powder, and salt.
Add dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk. Start and end with flour.
Mix in vanilla extract.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
Bake for 55–65 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

🍓 Optional Toppings & Variations

Vanilla glaze: Mix 1 cup powdered sugar with 2–3 tbsp milk + ½ tsp vanilla.
Add lemon zest for a bright citrus twist.
Top with fresh berries and whipped cream.
Serve with coffee or tea for a perfect afternoon treat.

📌 Tips for the Perfect Pound Cake

Use room temperature ingredients to help them blend smoothly.
Don’t overmix the batter — it can make the cake dense.
Make sure your oven is fully preheated before baking.

🥄 Storage

Room temperature: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Fridge: Up to 7 days.
Freezer: Wrap tightly and freeze for up to 3 months.

🙋 FAQ

Q: Can I use cake flour instead of all-purpose flour?
Yes! It’ll make the cake even softer — just use 2 ¼ cups of cake flour.

Q: Why is my pound cake dry?
Overbaking or not enough fat (butter or milk). Check your oven temp and stick to the recipe!

Q: Can I make it gluten-free?
Absolutely! Use a 1:1 gluten-free baking flour.

🍽️ Final Thoughts

This truly is the best pound cake ever — classic, reliable, and always crowd-pleasing. Whether it’s for brunch, a picnic, or a sweet treat after dinner, you’ll find yourself baking this again and again.

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