Pound cake is a type of cake traditionally made with a pound of each of four ingredients: flour, butter, eggs, and sugar. It’s typically baked in a loaf or bundt pan and has a dense texture that is perfect for serving with fresh fruit or whipped cream. Pound cake can also be flavored with vanilla extract, lemon zest, or other additions to give it a unique twist.

Here’s a simple recipe for making pound cake:

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs, at room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a loaf pan.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour and salt.
  3. In a separate large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  5. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 50 to 60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan before removing it.

Enjoy your delicious homemade pound cake!

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