The pound cake is a rich, buttery cake with a dense yet tender crumb. Traditionally, it is made with equal parts butter, sugar, eggs, and flour.
It pairs well with glazes, fruits, or a dusting of powdered sugar.
This cake is a delightful treat for any occasion.
Whether you enjoy it plain, dusted with powdered sugar, or paired with fresh berries and whipped cream, a good pound cake never disappoints.
Today, I’m sharing my go-to Classic Pound Cake recipe, perfectly sized for a 26 cm baking pan. This recipe delivers a beautifully moist and flavourful cake, ideal for tea time, brunch, or even as a simple dessert.
Why You’ll Love This Pound Cake
✔ Simple Ingredients – Just basic pantry staples create magic!
✔ Rich and Buttery – The perfect balance of flavor and texture.
✔ Versatile – Serve it plain, with glazes, or topped with fruits and cream.
✔ Easy to Make – No complicated steps, just mix, bake, and enjoy!
Ingredients needed to make this Classic Pound Cake
- Unsalted butter
- Granulated sugar
- Eggs
- Vanilla extract
- Lemon zest
- All-purpose flour
- Baking powder
- Salt
- Milk
Instructions:
- Preheat & Prepare – Preheat your oven to 170°C (340°F). Grease and line a 26 cm baking pan with parchment paper.
- Cream Butter & Sugar – In a large bowl, beat the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy (about 5 minutes).
- Incorporate Eggs – Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract or lemon zest.
- Sift Dry Ingredients – In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Alternate Mixing – Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with milk. Mix gently until just combined.
- Bake – Pour the batter into the prepared pan, smooth the top, and bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a skewer inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool & Serve – Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Once cooled, serve as desired!
Tips for the Best Pound Cake
✅ Use Room Temperature Ingredients – This helps with even mixing and a smooth batter.
✅ Don’t Overmix – Overmixing can make the cake dense. Fold in the flour gently!
✅ Test for Doneness – Insert a toothpick in the center—if it comes out clean, it’s ready!
✅ Customize It! – Add a glaze, drizzle with caramel, or fold in chocolate chips or nuts for extra flavor.
Serving & Storing Your Pound Cake
This cake stays fresh for 3–4 days at room temperature in an airtight container. You can also freeze slices for up to 3 months—just wrap them tightly in plastic wrap and foil!
Whether you’re baking for a cozy afternoon snack or a special celebration, this Classic Pound Cake is sure to impress. Give it a try and let me know how it turns out! 😊
Classic Pound Cake
The pound cake is a rich, buttery cake with a dense yet tender crumb. Traditionally, it is made with equal parts butter, sugar, eggs, and flour.
Ingredients
- 250 grams unsalted butter
- 250 grams sugar
- 250 grams (4 large eggs, at room temperature)
- 250 grams all-purpose flour
- 20 grams baking powder
- 1 tbsp lemon zest (optional)
- A pinch of salt
- 1 tsp vanilla essence (I used 2 vanillins)
- 60 ml milk
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 170°C. Grease and line a 26 cm baking tin with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, beat the butter and sugar with an electric mixer until pale and fluffy (about 5 minutes).
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, making sure each is fully incorporated before adding the next. Add vanilla extract (or lemon zest if using).
- In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Add the flour mixture in three additions, alternating with the milk (start and end with flour). Mix gently just until combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared tin, smooth the top, and bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool in the tin for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely
Nutrition Information
Yield 10 Serving Size 1Amount Per Serving Calories 372Total Fat 21gSaturated Fat 13gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 7gCholesterol 54mgSodium 229mgCarbohydrates 45gFiber 1gSugar 25gProtein 3g
"These values are automatically calculated and offered for guidance only. Their accuracy is not guaranteed."
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