Pound Cake III

Ingredients and Weight

• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, at room temperature
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 3 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

Preparation Time: 20 minutes

Cooking Time: 60-70 minutes

Difficulty Level: 2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x13 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
4. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
5. Let the pound cake cool completely in the pan before frosting.

Nutritional Information

• Calories: 350 per slice
• Fat: 15g
• Carbohydrates: 45g
• Protein: 5g

Dish Characteristics

• Rich, dense, and moist
• Perfect for weddings or other special occasions
• Can be decorated with frosting, fruit, or flowers

User Comments

• "This pound cake is so delicious! It's the perfect balance of sweet and savory."
• "I love how easy this recipe is to make. It's always a crowd-pleaser."
• "The Pound Cake III is the best wedding cake I've ever had. It's so moist and flavorful."

Special Precautions and Tips

• Be sure to cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. This will help create a tender crumb.
• Do not overmix the batter. Overmixing will result in a tough pound cake.
• Let the pound cake cool completely before frosting. This will help prevent the frosting from melting.