Description
Vanilla Buttermilk Pound Cake with Cream Cheese Glaze is a delightful treat that elevates every occasion. With its golden-brown crust and tender, moist crumb, this cake boasts a rich buttery flavor balanced by the tang of a creamy glaze. Perfect for family gatherings or a cozy afternoon snack, this recipe is easy to master and will impress both beginners and seasoned bakers alike.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 3-4 minutes).
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Gradually mix in the flour, baking powder, and salt while alternating with buttermilk until just combined.
- Stir in vanilla extract.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 60-70 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- While cooling, prepare the glaze by mixing softened cream cheese with powdered sugar until smooth; drizzle over cooled cake.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider adding lemon zest or substituting buttermilk with yogurt. Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days.