Step 1: Preheat the Oven
Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C).
Grease and flour a bundt pan or loaf pan very well.
Step 2: Cream Butter & Cream Cheese
In a large bowl, beat butter and cream cheese together for 3–4 minutes until smooth and creamy.
Step 3: Add Sugar
Gradually add sugar and beat until light and fluffy (about 3 minutes).
This step is key for a tender texture.
Step 4: Add Eggs
Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
Scrape down the bowl as needed.
Step 5: Add Flavor
Mix in vanilla extract and salt.
Step 6: Add Flour
Add flour gradually on low speed.
Mix just until combined—do not overmix.
Step 7: Bake
Pour batter evenly into prepared pan.
Bake for 70–80 minutes, until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Step 8: Cool
Let cake cool in pan for 15 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
🌟 Pro Tips for the BEST Pound Cake
- Use room-temperature ingredients
- Don’t rush the creaming step
- Tent loosely with foil if top browns too fast
- Cake tastes even better the next day
🍓 Serving Ideas
- Dust with powdered sugar
- Top with fresh berries
- Drizzle with lemon or vanilla glaze
- Serve with whipped cream or ice cream
