Here’s a classic basic pound cake—rich, buttery, and simple to make with just a few ingredients.
🧈 Ingredients
- 1 cup (225 g) butter, softened
- 1 cup (200 g) sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1½ cups (190 g) all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp baking powder (optional, for a slightly lighter texture)
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2–3 tbsp milk (if needed for smooth batter)
🔥 Instructions
- Preheat oven
170°C (325°F). Grease and line a loaf pan. - Cream butter & sugar
Beat until light, fluffy, and pale—this step builds the cake’s texture. - Add eggs
Add one at a time, mixing well after each. - Mix dry ingredients
In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt. - Combine
Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture.
Stir in vanilla. Add milk if batter feels too thick. - Bake
Pour into pan and smooth the top.
Bake 50–65 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. - Cool
Let it rest in the pan for 10–15 minutes, then transfer to a rack.
🔑 Tips for Perfect Pound Cake
- Use room temperature ingredients
- Don’t overmix after adding flour
- Bake low and slow for even texture
🍰 Easy Variations
- Lemon: add zest + 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Chocolate chip: fold in ½ cup chips
- Marble: swirl in cocoa batter
Serve it plain, dusted with sugar, or with tea/coffee. If you want, I can give you a softer bakery-style version or a no-oven method.
