The Best Pound Cake

Ingredients and Weight:

• All-purpose flour: 3 cups (360g)
• Unsalted butter, softened: 1 cup (227g)
• Granulated sugar: 1 3/4 cups (350g)
• Large eggs: 6
• Milk: 1 cup (240ml)
• Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

1 hour 10 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Simple)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease and flour a 10-inch bundt pan.
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.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and salt. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients alternately with the milk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Beat until just combined.
4. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 1 hour to 1 hour 10 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with just a few moist crumbs attached.
5. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutritional Information:

Per slice (1/8 of full cake):

• Calories: 350
• Fat: 18g
• Saturated Fat: 10g
• Cholesterol: 135mg
• Carbohydrates: 42g
• Protein: 6g

Dish Characteristics:

• Rich and moist with a dense but tender crumb
• Sweet and flavorful with a hint of vanilla
• Classic American dessert perfect for any occasion

User Comments:

• "This pound cake is incredible! It's so moist and flavorful, with a perfect crumb."
• "The best pound cake I've ever had. It's the perfect dessert for any occasion."
• "I made this recipe for my family reunion and everyone loved it. It's a real crowd-pleaser."
• "I'm not a baker, but this recipe was so easy to follow. My pound cake turned out perfectly."
• "This pound cake is a staple in my home. I make it all the time, and it's always a hit."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use room temperature ingredients for best results.
• Do not overbeat the batter, as this can make the cake tough.
• Let the cake cool completely before serving for a cleaner slice.
• To store the cake, wrap it in plastic wrap and keep it at room temperature for up to 3 days.