The Perfect Moist Pound Cake

5 from 1 vote

The Perfect Moist Pound Cake

Pound cake is a delightful dessert that just takes all of your worries away! It has a smooth, moist, and airy texture and a sweet taste that makes it an excellent option for breakfast or dessert.

Prep Time15

Cook Time55

Total Time1 10

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American, Nothern European

Keyword: cake, loaf cake, madeira cake, pound cake, yellow cake

Servings:

Calories: 196kcal

Equipment

Ingredients

1½ cups flour
¾ cup sugar
1 tsp baking powder
¾ cup salted butter
3 eggs
1½ tsp vanilla extract
4 tbsp evaporated milk

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Instructions

Line the baking pan with parchment paper.
Grease the parchment with butter or oil.
Then, set it aside.
In a mixer, combine the plain flour, sugar, and baking powder.
Add the butter to the dry mixture.
Set the mixer at medium speed for one minute.
In a bowl, mix the eggs with evaporated milk and vanilla extract.
Add half of the egg mixture into the mixer.
Mix everything on medium speed for 30 seconds.
Then, add the remaining half of the egg mixture.
Continue to mix at medium speed for another 30 seconds.
Preheat the oven to 160° C for at least 15 minutes.
Transfer the batter to the lined baking pan.
Smooth out the surface with a spatula.
Place it in the oven to bake for 50-55 minutes or until golden brown.
Check the cake for doneness with a cake tester, toothpick, or skewer.
Leave to cool for 15 minutes before slicing and enjoying!

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Notes

Purchase quality and well-stored ingredients for a better batter.
Do not forget to line the baking tray and preheat the oven.
Test the pound cake for doneness before taking it out of the oven.

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