Cream Cheese Pound Cake
Indulge in the rich, buttery delight of Cream Cheese Pound Cake, a recipe that combines moistness with a hint of sweetness. Perfect for any occasion, this cake is incredibly easy to make and is sure to impress your family and friends. With its golden crust and fluffy interior, every bite feels like a warm embrace — a true classic that’s perfect for dessert tables or cozy evenings at home.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 8 oz cream cheese, full-fat, room temperature
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs, room temperature
- 3 cups all-purpose flour, sifted
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C) and grease a 9-inch loaf pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat butter and cream cheese until smooth.
- Add sugar gradually; mix until fluffy. Incorporate eggs one at a time.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt; fold into wet mixture gently.
- Stir in vanilla extract until evenly combined.
- Pour batter into the loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 60-70 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 27g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 80mg