Description
Moist Vanilla Pound is a classic dessert that brings warmth and nostalgia to any occasion. This buttery, rich cake features a soft texture and an inviting vanilla aroma that fills your kitchen while baking. Perfect for celebrations or cozy family gatherings, this easy-to-follow recipe ensures even novice bakers can achieve a professional finish. Enjoy it plain or elevate it with fruits, whipped cream, or ice cream for an indulgent treat. With its versatility and comforting taste, the Moist Vanilla Pound quickly becomes a beloved favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 225 g (1 3/4 cups) plain/all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 175 g (3/4 cup) softened butter
- 150 g (3/4 cup) sugar
- 150 ml (2/3 cup) milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1.5 teaspoons vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 170°C (325°F). Grease and line a loaf tin with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, sift flour, baking powder, and salt together.
- In a mixing bowl, cream softened butter and sugar until pale and fluffy.
- Gradually add beaten eggs while mixing on low speed; add flour if curdling occurs.
- Combine half of the milk and half of the flour into the mixture until smooth; repeat with remaining ingredients.
- Pour batter into the prepared loaf tin and bake for 60 to 65 minutes or until a skewer comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the tin before transferring it to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 65 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: N/A
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (50g)
- Calories: 202
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 144mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 54mg