The Best Pound Cake Recipes for a Dense and Moist Treat

Pound cake is a classic dessert known for its rich, buttery flavor and dense texture. This delightful cake has its origins in the 18th century and is called “pound cake” because its original recipe called for a pound each of flour, butter, sugar, and eggs. This results in a cake that is incredibly moist and satisfying. Here, we’ve compiled some of the best pound cake recipes that promise to deliver a dense and moist treat.

Classic Vanilla Pound Cake

This traditional recipe is a staple in many households. The simplicity of its ingredients allows the buttery flavor to shine.

  • Ingredients:
  • 1 pound unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 pound granulated sugar
  • 1 pound eggs (about 8 large eggs)
  • 1 pound all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions:

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease and flour a bundt pan.
  2. In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated.
  4. Mix in the vanilla extract and salt.
  5. Gradually add the flour, mixing until just combined.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared bundt pan and smooth the top.
  7. Bake for 70-80 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  8. Allow to cool before removing from the pan.

Lemon Pound Cake

If you're looking for a refreshing twist, this lemon pound cake adds a burst of citrus flavor that pairs beautifully with the rich texture.

  • Ingredients:
  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • Zest of 2 lemons

Instructions:

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease/line a loaf pan.
  2. Cream the butter and sugar until fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs, one by one, mixing well after each addition.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture.
  6. Finish with the lemon juice and zest.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 60 minutes or until golden brown.

Chocolate Chip Pound Cake

For chocolate lovers, this variation combines the beloved flavors of chocolate chips and rich pound cake.

  • Ingredients:
  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 10-inch bundt pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together butter and sugar.
  3. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each.
  4. In another bowl, sift together flour and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture.
  6. Stir in the chocolate chips and vanilla extract.
  7. Pour into the pan and bake for 60-70 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.

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