Cream Cheese Pound Cake

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Rich, Velvety, and Perfectly Classic

🌟 Introduction

Cream Cheese Pound Cake is the ultimate comfort dessert—dense yet tender, buttery, and luxuriously smooth thanks to the addition of cream cheese. This cake is famous for its fine crumb, golden crust, and rich flavor that improves with every bite. Whether served plain, dusted with powdered sugar, or topped with berries, it is a timeless cake loved across generations.

🧾 Ingredients

For the Cake

  • 1 ½ cups (340 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 8 oz (225 g) cream cheese, softened
  • 3 cups granulated sugar
  • 6 large eggs, room temperature
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract

Optional Toppings

  • Powdered sugar
  • Fresh berries
  • Lemon glaze or vanilla glaze

👩‍🍳 Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Oven & Pan

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C).
  2. Grease and flour a bundt pan or loaf pans generously.

Step 2: Cream the Butter & Cream Cheese

  1. Beat butter and cream cheese together until completely smooth and fluffy (3–5 minutes).
  2. Gradually add sugar and continue beating until light and creamy.

Step 3: Add Eggs

  1. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  2. Scrape down the bowl to ensure even mixing.

Step 4: Dry Ingredients

  1. In a separate bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt.
  2. Gradually add to the batter, mixing just until combined.
  3. Stir in vanilla extract.

Step 5: Bake

  1. Pour batter into prepared pan and smooth the top.
  2. Bake for 75–90 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  3. Cool in pan for 15 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack to cool completely.

🧁 Baking Method Explained

  • Creaming method: Incorporates air for structure
  • Low baking temperature: Prevents cracking and dryness
  • Slow baking: Ensures a moist interior and firm crumb

📜 History

Pound cake dates back to 18th-century Europe, traditionally made with a pound each of butter, sugar, flour, and eggs. Cream cheese was later introduced in American kitchens during the early 20th century, creating a richer, more tender version that quickly became a Southern classic and bakery favorite.

💪 Benefits

  • Rich source of energy
  • High in calcium and protein from dairy
  • Keeps fresh for several days
  • Freezes beautifully for make-ahead desserts

(A luxurious treat—best enjoyed in moderation)

🧠 Formation (Why It Works)

  • Cream cheese: Adds moisture and slight tang
  • Butter: Provides richness and flavor
  • Eggs: Create structure and stability
  • Slow mixing: Ensures fine, tight crumb

❤️ Lovers of Cream Cheese Pound Cake

  • Traditional cake lovers
  • Holiday dessert fans
  • Tea and coffee companions
  • Home bakers who love classic recipes
  • Anyone who enjoys rich, buttery desserts

🌈 Conclusion

Cream Cheese Pound Cake is elegance in simplicity. Its smooth texture, deep buttery flavor, and perfect balance of richness make it a cake that never goes out of style. Serve it plain, dress it up with fruit or glaze, or enjoy it warm with coffee—it always delivers comfort and satisfaction.

One slice is never enough. 🍰✨

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