Birthday Pound Cake
A classic, rich, and buttery Birthday Pound Cake perfect for celebrations.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Total Time: 85 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup milk
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a bundt pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add this to the creamed mixture, alternating with the milk. Start and end with the flour mixture.
- Pour the batter into the prepared bundt pan, smoothing the top.
- Bake for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Consider using high-quality vanilla for better flavor. Optional add-ins include lemon zest or chocolate chips.
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