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Cream Cheese Pound Cake

A rich, moist pound cake made with cream cheese for the perfect texture and flavor. A timeless classic for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Southern
Calories: 430
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Batter
  • 1 1/2 cups unsalted butter, softened
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 3 cups granulated sugar
  • 6 large eggs, room temperature
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Bundt pan or loaf pans
  • Wire rack
  • Hand mixer or stand mixer

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Grease and flour a bundt pan or loaf pans.
  2. Cream together butter and cream cheese until smooth and fluffy.
  3. Gradually add sugar and beat until light and airy.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each.
  5. Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl.
  6. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture until just combined.
  7. Stir in vanilla extract.
  8. Pour batter into prepared pan and bake for 75–85 minutes.
  9. Cool 15 minutes in pan, then transfer to wire rack to cool completely.
  10. Dust with powdered sugar or glaze before serving.

Notes

This cake tastes even better the next day as the flavors meld.