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Cream Cheese Pound Cake

Cream Cheese Pound Cake

Delight in the rich, buttery flavors of Cream Cheese Pound Cake, a nostalgic dessert perfect for gatherings.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 55 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Batter
  • 1 cup Unsalted butter softened
  • 8 oz Full-fat cream cheese softened
  • 2 cups Granulated sugar
  • 4 large Large eggs room temperature
  • 3 cups All-purpose flour sifted
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
Optional Glaze
  • 1 cup Powdered sugar mix with milk for glaze
  • 1 cup Fresh strawberries for garnish

Equipment

  • 10-inch bundt or loaf pan
  • mixing bowl
  • sifter
  • whisk
  • toothpick

Method
 

How to Make Cream Cheese Pound Cake
  1. Gather all ingredients and bring them to room temperature.
  2. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) and grease your pan.
  3. Cream the softened butter and cream cheese until smooth. Gradually beat in the sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each.
  5. Incorporate the vanilla extract and stir gently.
  6. Sift together flour and salt, then gradually add to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared pan, smooth the top, and lightly tap to release bubbles.
  8. Bake for 70–80 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  9. Cool in the pan for 10–15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  10. Optionally drizzle with glaze and garnish with strawberries.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 4gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 11gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 105mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 100mgSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for the best results. Avoid overmixing to keep the cake light and fluffy.

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