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Pound Cake July

Pound Cake July: 5 Reasons You’ll Love This Summer Delight

A classic pound cake perfect for summer gatherings.

  • Total Time: 90 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease and flour a loaf pan.
  3. Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  5. Sift together flour and baking powder, then add to the batter alternately with milk.
  6. Stir in vanilla extract.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared pan.
  8. Bake for 60-70 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  9. Let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

  • Store in an airtight container.
  • Can be served plain or with whipped cream.
  • Add lemon zest for a citrus twist.
  • Author: Janet D. Evans
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 70 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 18g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 42g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 95mg

Keywords: Pound Cake, Summer Dessert, July Recipes