Description
A delightful recreation of the classic Sara Lee pound cake with a rich, buttery flavor and perfect balance of sweetness.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the vanilla extract until fully combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mix, blending until smooth.
- Pour the mixture into a greased cake pan.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 30-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool before serving.
Notes
Use room temperature ingredients for a fluffier cake. Don’t overmix the batter to avoid a dense texture.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 35
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American