Classic Pound Cake Recipe | June 23, 2025

Classic Pound Cake Recipe
This Classic Pound Cake is buttery, rich, and perfectly moist with a tender crumb.

Whether served plain, with a glaze, or paired with fresh fruit, it’s a timeless dessert that’s easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients:

4 cups cake flour

1 teaspoon baking powder

2 cups granulated sugar

Wet Ingredients:

4 sticks butter (1 pound), softened to room temperature

3/4 cup buttermilk

6 large eggs, beaten

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

 

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