Description
This Vanilla Buttermilk Pound Cake is rich and buttery, with a tender crumb that’s perfect for any occasion. Topped with a smooth and creamy cream cheese glaze, it’s a delightful dessert that will impress everyone.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Cake:
- 2 ½ cups (315g) all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup (227g) unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups (400g) granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs, at room temperature
- 1 tbsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup (240ml) buttermilk, at room temperature
For the Cream Cheese Glaze:
- 4 oz (113g) cream cheese, softened
- 1 ½ cups (180g) powdered sugar
- 2–3 tbsp milk or heavy cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C). Grease and flour a 9×5-inch loaf pan or Bundt pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the buttermilk. Start and end with the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- While the cake is cooling, prepare the glaze. Beat the softened cream cheese with the powdered sugar, milk (or heavy cream), and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- Drizzle the cream cheese glaze over the cooled cake before serving.
Notes
- The cake can be stored at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, refrigerate it in an airtight container.
- You can adjust the consistency of the glaze by adding more or less milk, depending on your preference.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American