Cream Cheese Pound Cake I

Ingredients and Weight:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 cup cream cheese, softened
• 4 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Preparation Time: 45 minutes (including baking time)

Cooking Time: 30-35 minutes at 350°F (177°C)

Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C).
2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add the cream cheese and mix well.
4. Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
5. Sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
6. Stir in the vanilla extract.
7. Pour the batter into a greased and floured Bundt cake pan.
8. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
9. Cool the cake in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutritional Information: (Per serving, assuming 8 equal slices) Calories: 450, Fat: 24g, Carbohydrates: 54g, Protein: 5g

Dish Characteristics:

• This pound cake is rich, moist, and full of cream cheese flavor.
• The texture is dense and slightly creamy due to the addition of cream cheese.
• The vanilla extract provides a subtle sweet aroma.

User Comments:

1. "This pound cake is amazing! The cream cheese gives it a unique and delicious flavor."
2. "I love how moist this cake is. It's perfect for a special occasion."
3. "This recipe is easy to follow and the results are impressive."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Make sure to cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy to ensure a good texture in the cake.
• Use room temperature ingredients (butter and cream cheese) to ensure they mix properly.
• Do not overmix the batter to prevent a tough cake.
• Baking times may vary depending on the oven, so check the cake regularly towards the end of the baking time.