Description
Southern bakers’ cherished Million Dollar Pound Cake delivers rich, buttery perfection with classic simplicity. Generations of family gatherings celebrate this timeless dessert that melts hearts and satisfies sweet cravings with pure comfort.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 3 cups granulated sugar
- 6 large eggs
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
Dairy Ingredients:
- 3/4 cup whole milk
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
Flavoring Ingredient:
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the oven by setting the temperature to 300°F (150°C) and thoroughly coat a 10-inch bundt or tube pan with grease and flour to prevent sticking.
- Using an electric mixer, whip the butter until it reaches a smooth, creamy consistency.
- Gradually incorporate sugar into the butter, continuing to beat until the mixture becomes light, airy, and develops a fluffy texture.
- Introduce eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully integrated and the batter remains smooth after each addition.
- Create a delicate batter by alternating between adding flour and milk, always beginning and concluding with flour. Mix gently to maintain the cake’s tender structure.
- Enhance the flavor profile by stirring in vanilla and almond extracts, distributing them evenly throughout the mixture.
- Transfer the batter to the prepared pan, using a spatula to spread it evenly and create a uniform surface.
- Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes, monitoring for a golden exterior and checking doneness with a toothpick inserted into the center.
- Allow the cake to rest in the pan for 15 minutes, which helps it set and makes removal easier.
- Carefully transfer the cake to a wire rack, letting it cool completely to room temperature before slicing to ensure clean, precise cuts.
Notes
- Use room temperature ingredients for smoother blending and better cake texture.
- Beat butter and sugar thoroughly until pale and extra fluffy to create a lighter crumb.
- Check cake doneness early to prevent over-baking, which can dry out the pound cake.
- Serve cake at room temperature for optimal moisture and rich flavor development.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 28 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 53 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg