Classic Vanilla Pound Cake

A rich, buttery vanilla pound cake with a tender crumb and golden crust. Perfect for dessert, tea time, or toasting with fresh berries and whipped cream.

Prep

20 min

Cook

70 min

Servings

Ingredients

7 items

Unsalted butter

1 cup

room temperature
Granulated sugar

2 cups
Large eggs

4

room temperature
Vanilla extract

2 teaspoons

pure vanilla
All-purpose flour

2 cups
Baking powder

1 teaspoon
Salt

1/2 teaspoon

Instructions

9 steps

1
Preheat oven to 325F (165C) and grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
2
In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 5-7 minutes.
3
Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
4
Stir in vanilla extract and scrape down the bowl.
5
In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
6
Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined.
7
Pour batter into prepared pan and smooth the top.
8
Bake for 65-75 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
9
Cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.