Elly'S Pound Cake

Prep: 15 min Cook: 80 min Serves: 12 Cuisine: American

Elly's Pound Cake is a rich, moist dessert with a classic buttery flavor, perfect for family gatherings or special occasions. Its dense texture and sweet aroma make it a crowd-pleaser, especially when served with fresh fruit or a dusting of powdered sugar. Ideal for those who enjoy traditional baked goods.

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Ingredients

  • 2 sticks margarine
  • 1/2 cup Crisco
  • 3 cups sugar
  • 5 eggs
  • 3 cups flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 tablespoons vanilla

Instructions

  1. Cream margarine, shortening, and sugar until creamy.
  2. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  3. Alternate adding flour and salt with milk and vanilla, mixing well after each addition.
  4. Pour batter into a greased and floured tube pan.
  5. Bake in a 325°F oven for 1 hour and 20 minutes. Do not preheat oven; start in cold oven.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

572 kcal 29% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 6.5g 13% DV
Total Fat 24.9g 32% DV
Carbs 67g 24% DV
Fiber 1.9g 7% DV
Sugar 14.7g 29% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 10008mg 100% DV
Potassium 330.5mg 7% DV
Cholesterol 66mg 22% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 62.8mcg 7% DV
Vitamin C 13mg 14% DV
Vitamin D 0.4mcg 2% DV
Calcium 178.8mg 14% DV
Iron 3.4mg 19% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

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