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.
Servings: 10
Calories: 196kcal
Equipment
- Oven
- Mixer
- Baking pan
- Spatula
- Parchment paper
- Pastry brush
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
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.