Old Southern Pound Cake

Prep: 20 min Cook: 90 min Cuisine: American

A classic Southern pound cake with rich butter flavor and a tender crumb, perfect for special occasions or comforting desserts that appeal to all ages.

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Ingredients

  • 1 lb oleo
  • 1 box confectioners sugar
  • 6 large eggs
  • 3 1/3 cups plain flour
  • 3 teaspoons lemon flavoring

Instructions

  1. Cream oleo and confectioners sugar together until smooth and fluffy.
  2. Mix in the eggs one at a time, blending well after each addition.
  3. Add the plain flour and lemon flavoring, mixing until just combined.
  4. Pour the batter into greased cake pans.
  5. Bake at 300°F for 1 1/2 hours, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

291 kcal 15% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 4.3g 9% DV
Total Fat 1.9g 2% DV
Carbs 64.7g 24% DV
Fiber 0.7g 2% DV
Sugar 24.5g 49% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 71.3mg 3% DV
Potassium 162.3mg 3% DV
Cholesterol 64.5mg 22% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 15.8mcg 2% DV
Vitamin C 0.1mg
Calcium 61mg 5% DV
Iron 1.7mg 9% DV
Diet fit Under 400 cal Low-fat
Contains Egg Wheat/Gluten

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).

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).

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