Description
This Cream Cheese Pound Cake is a rich and buttery dessert with a tender crumb and subtle almond flavor. Made with cream cheese and butter, it combines smooth, creamy textures with a classic pound cake sweetness, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Fats and Dairy
- 1 cup butter, softened
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 3 cups sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 6 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
Dry Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C). Prepare a bundt pan by greasing it thoroughly and then dusting it with flour to prevent sticking.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter, cream cheese, and sugar together for 3 to 4 minutes until the mixture becomes light and fluffy.
- Add Eggs and Extracts: Add the eggs one at a time to the creamed mixture, beating well after each addition. Then, mix in the vanilla and almond extracts to infuse flavor into the batter.
- Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the all-purpose flour and salt to the wet ingredients. Mix gently until the batter is smooth, taking care not to overmix to keep the cake tender.
- Fill the Pan: Pour the prepared batter evenly into the greased and floured bundt pan. Smooth the top with a spatula to create an even surface.
- Bake: Place the bundt pan in the oven and bake for 60 to 70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, indicating that the cake is fully baked.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then carefully turn the cake out onto a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Make sure the butter and cream cheese are softened to room temperature for easier mixing.
- Do not overmix once the flour has been added to maintain a tender crumb.
- To check for doneness, test the cake with a toothpick after 60 minutes of baking.
- The almond extract is optional but adds a nice subtle depth of flavor.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for longer freshness.
