Half Pound Cake
A moist, tender pound cake with a rich buttery flavor, complemented by the subtle aroma of lemon or enhanced with nuts for added texture. Perfect for tea time, celebrations, or as a comforting treat, this versatile cake appeals to those who appreciate classic, homemade baked goods.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Preheat the oven and prepare a baking pan.
- Cream the shortening or butter with the sugar until light and fluffy.
- Separate the eggs, then beat the egg yolks into the creamed mixture one at a time.
- Add the milk, lemon extract, and vanilla to the mixture and blend well.
- Sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold the egg whites into the batter.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for about 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Option: Omit lemon flavoring and add 1 cup chopped nuts to the batter before baking.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
627
kcal
31% DV
Protein
Fat
Carbs
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).