Momma’s Famous Pound Cake
Momma’s Famous Pound Cake is a delightful dessert that embodies comfort and indulgence. With its rich, buttery flavor and moist texture, it’s the perfect addition to any gathering or simply as a sweet treat at home. This easy-to-follow recipe makes baking accessible for everyone, regardless of skill level. Serve it plain, with fresh berries, or alongside whipped cream for a versatile dessert experience that will have your friends and family asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 65 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 3/4 cups granulated sugar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
- Grease your loaf pan with butter or cooking spray.
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour and baking powder; whisk until evenly mixed.
- In another bowl, cream the softened butter using an electric mixer until light and fluffy. Gradually add sugar and mix well.
- Slowly incorporate the dry mixture into the butter-sugar mix on low speed until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth out the top.
- Bake for 60-70 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool in the pan for 15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 38g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
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