Classic Vanilla Pound Cake

Measurements are approximate and only convert common kitchen units.

• 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

  ½ teaspoon

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 325F (165C) and grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.

2. 2

   In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 5-7 minutes.

3. 3

   Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.

4. 4

   Stir in vanilla extract and scrape down the bowl.

5. 5

   In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.

6. 6

   Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined.

7. 7

   Pour batter into prepared pan and smooth the top.

8. 8

   Bake for 65-75 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

9. 9

   Cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.