Cream Cheese All Butter Pound Cake
Cream Cheese All Butter Pound Cake offers a rich, moist texture with a buttery flavor accented by cream cheese, perfect for dessert or special occasions, appealing to those who love indulgent baked goods.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).
- Grease and flour a 10-inch tube pan or 12-cup Bundt pan.
- Beat butter and cream cheese until well blended.
- Add sugar and beat until the mixture is light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Blend in vanilla extract.
- Sift together flour and salt.
- Gradually blend the flour mixture into the creamed mixture.
- Spoon the batter into the prepared pan.
- Bake for 1 hour and 10 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for 5 minutes.
- Turn out onto a wire rack and cool completely.
- Dust with confectioners' sugar before serving, if desired.
Tips & Substitutions
For a lighter texture, ensure your butter and cream cheese are at room temperature before mixing. You can substitute half of the butter with unsweetened applesauce for a healthier option. If you want to add a twist, consider incorporating lemon zest or almond extract into the batter for added flavor. Ensure you sift the flour and salt together to avoid lumps in your pound cake.
Serving Suggestions
Serve slices of this rich pound cake alongside fresh berries or a dollop of whipped cream for a delightful dessert. It pairs beautifully with a cup of tea or coffee. For a festive touch, you could dust it with powdered sugar or drizzle it with a simple glaze. Consider serving it as a sweet complement to a brunch spread with dishes like Cucumber Sour Cream Salad.
Storage & Reheating
Store any leftover pound cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and freeze for up to 3 months. To reheat, slice and warm individual pieces in the microwave for about 15-20 seconds or enjoy it cold.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Each serving of Cream Cheese All Butter Pound Cake contains roughly 409 calories, with 7g protein, 61g carbohydrates, and 12g fat. It is a good source of protein (13% of the Daily Value), calcium (13% of the Daily Value), and vitamin A (13% of the Daily Value). Note that it is relatively high in sodium, at 863mg per serving (38% of the Daily Value).
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use a different type of flour for this pound cake?
While all-purpose flour is best for this recipe, you can experiment with cake flour for a lighter texture. Just remember that cake flour will yield a more tender cake, and you may need to adjust the liquid slightly if using it.
Why is my pound cake dense?
A dense pound cake can result from overmixing the batter or using cold ingredients. Make sure your butter and cream cheese are at room temperature and mix until just combined after adding the flour to achieve a lighter cake.
Can I add flavors or mix-ins to the pound cake?
Absolutely! You can incorporate chocolate chips, nuts, or dried fruits into the batter. Additionally, adding flavor extracts, such as almond or lemon, can elevate the cake's taste. Just be mindful not to overload the batter, as this can affect the cake's structure.
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).