5-Ingredient Pound Cake

Tekno Id April 27, 2019
Pound cake is a classic in any baker's recipe repertoire. It's perfect for most occasions—picnics, parties, and brunch— and it can be enjoyed any time of year. As a bonus, it keeps well so you can easily make it ahead of time, then slice and serve when you're ready. And this recipe is so easy: One bowl and five ingredients are all you need!

It's perfect for most occasions—picnics, parties, and brunch— and it can be enjoyed any time of year.

Serve 12
Cook in 92 minutes

Ingredients
1 cup salted butter (softened)
1 cup granulated sugar
4 large eggs
1 3/4 cups all purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder

Directions

  • Preheat the oven to 350° F.
  • Spray a 9x5-inch loaf pan liberally with nonstick cooking spray. Set aside.
  • Place the butter and sugar into a large mixing bowl. Using a hand mixer or stand mixer fitted with a whisk attachment, cream the ingredients together on medium speed for 1 minute, or until smooth. Add the eggs, and continue to beat for a minute more, until the mixture is light and fluffy.
  • Sift the flour and baking powder into the bowl. Beat the mixture on low until it becomes a smooth, thick batter.
  • Use a rubber spatula to transfer the batter into the loaf pan.
  • Transfer the pan to the middle rack of the preheated oven.
  • Bake the cake for 75-85 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  • Remove the pan from the oven. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 15-20 minutes.
  • To release the cake, run a butter knife between the edge of the cake and the pan. Turn the cake onto a large plate.
  • Allow the cake to cool for 1-2 hours before slicing and serving.
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