Velvet Pound Cake

Prep: 20 min Cook: 90 min Serves: 12 Cuisine: American

Velvet Pound Cake is a rich and buttery dessert that boasts a delightful texture and flavor profile. With hints of vanilla, lemon, and almond, this cake is perfect for any occasion, whether it's a family gathering or a special celebration. It's a timeless classic that everyone will love.

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Ingredients

  • 1/2 lb. butter
  • 1/2 c. Crisco
  • 5 eggs
  • 3 c. flour
  • 3 c. sugar
  • 1/2 tsp. baking powder
  • 1 c. milk
  • 1 tsp. vanilla
  • 1 tsp. lemon
  • 1 tsp. almond

Instructions

  1. Mix butter and Crisco, then cream with sugar and eggs.
  2. Mix 1/2 cup of milk with flour, then add the other half cup of milk.
  3. Add flavors and baking powder.
  4. Beat the mixture until well combined.
  5. Bake for 1 1/2 hours at 300°.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

800 kcal 40% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 12.2g 24% DV
Total Fat 42.3g 54% DV
Carbs 85.5g 31% DV
Fiber 5.1g 18% DV
Sugar 15.8g 32% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 2806.8mg 100% DV
Potassium 693mg 15% DV
Cholesterol 141mg 47% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 62.8mcg 7% DV
Vitamin C 13.7mg 15% DV
Vitamin D 0.4mcg 2% DV
Calcium 1724.5mg 100% DV
Iron 9mg 50% DV

* % 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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