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Million Dollar Pound Cake

Million Dollar Pound Cake: A Southern Delight to Savor

Experience the joy of Million Dollar Pound Cake, a Southern classic bursting with rich, buttery flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 3 cups All-Purpose Flour Sift before measuring for a lighter texture.
  • 1 cup Salted Butter Add richness and moisture; unsalted can substitute with ½ tsp added salt.
  • 1 tbsp Pure Vanilla Extract Essential for depth in taste—do not reduce the amount.
  • 1 tsp Almond Extract Offers a subtle sweet note; can be omitted or swapped for other extracts.
  • 2 cups Granulated Sugar Essential for the creaming method.
  • 5 large Eggs Use at room temperature for best results.
  • 1 cup Whole Milk or Buttermilk Can replace with heavy cream for a richer taste.

Equipment

  • Stand Mixer
  • angel food or tube pan
  • Spatula
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Million Dollar Pound Cake
  1. Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C) and prepare an angel food or tube pan by buttering and flouring it.
  2. In a stand mixer, cream the softened salted butter with the vanilla and almond extracts on medium speed for about 5 minutes.
  3. Gradually add the granulated sugar while mixing on medium speed for an additional 5 minutes.
  4. Incorporate eggs one at a time, fully mixing each egg before adding the next.
  5. Lower the mixer speed and alternate adding the sifted flour and milk or buttermilk, starting and ending with flour.
  6. Spread the batter into the prepared pan and gently bounce it on the countertop to remove air pockets.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour and 30 to 45 minutes, checking for doneness at around 75 minutes.
  8. Let the cake cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then invert it to cool completely on a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 56gProtein: 6gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 14gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgSugar: 30gVitamin A: 750IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve it plain or with whipped cream, fresh berries, or ice cream for a delightful dessert experience.

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