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Epic Pound Cake

Epic Pound Cake: Soft, Moist, and Super Simple to Bake

This Epic Pound Cake is a classic Southern dessert that is soft, moist, and incredibly simple to bake.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Cooling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 cup Salted Butter Adds rich flavor; unsalted works too but adjust salt accordingly.
  • 1/2 cup Shortening Ensures a tender, light texture.
  • 2 cups Sugar Sweetens and creates a light texture.
  • 2 teaspoons Pure Vanilla Extract Infuses a deep flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Almond Extract Complements vanilla beautifully.
  • 5 large Eggs Room temperature for best results.
  • 3 cups All-Purpose Flour Measure accurately to avoid density issues.
  • 1 tablespoon Baking Powder Essential for leavening.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness.
  • 1 cup Buttermilk Adds moisture and a slight tanginess.

Equipment

  • Stand mixer
  • 10-inch Tube Pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Start by ensuring that your salted butter, large eggs, and buttermilk are at room temperature.
  2. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 10-inch tube pan by greasing it with shortening.
  3. In a stand mixer, beat the softened butter and shortening until light and fluffy, then add sugar gradually.
  4. Mix in the pure vanilla and almond extracts; then add the room temperature eggs one at a time.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add this to the creamed mixture.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared tube pan and bake for 60 to 75 minutes.
  7. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 15-20 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 58gProtein: 5gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 220mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 700IUCalcium: 70mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, refrigerate or freeze.

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