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Creamy Cream Cheese Pound Cake

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A rich and moist cream cheese pound cake with a tender, dense yet light crumb, perfect for any occasion and easy to make with simple ingredients.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (227g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 8 ounces (227g) cream cheese, softened
  • 2 cups (400g) granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs, room temperature
  • 3 cups (375g) all-purpose flour, sifted
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • ½ cup (120ml) milk (whole or 2%)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan thoroughly with butter and lightly dust with flour or line with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and cream cheese together until smooth and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes, scraping down the sides halfway through.
  3. Gradually add the granulated sugar, beating well after each addition until light and creamy.
  4. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  5. In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  6. Add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture alternately with the milk, starting and ending with the flour mixture. Mix gently just until incorporated.
  7. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  8. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Tap the pan gently to release air bubbles.
  9. Bake for 65-75 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs. Tent with foil if the top browns too quickly.
  10. Let the cake cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Ensure butter and cream cheese are fully softened to avoid lumps. Do not overmix the batter to keep the crumb tender. Let the cake cool completely before slicing. For a glossier crust, brush with melted butter after baking. Variations include adding lemon zest, berries, or chocolate chips. Gluten-free and dairy-free substitutions are possible but may alter texture.

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