Old Southern Pound Cake Recipe
Ingredients
This classic Old Southern Pound Cake recipe produces an incredibly moist and flavorful cake. It’s full of buttery and sweet flavor, and it’s perfect for any occasion. To make this recipe, you’ll need the following ingredients:
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 5 large eggs
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease and flour a 10-inch tube or Bundt pan. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, nutmeg, cinnamon, allspice, cloves, and cardamom. Set aside.
In a large bowl, beat the butter and sugar with an electric mixer until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Add the sour cream, vanilla, and lemon juice and mix until blended. Gradually add the dry ingredients and mix just until blended.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and sprinkle with the pecans. Bake for 1 hour and 10 minutes or until a cake tester inserted into the center comes out clean. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
This cake is delicious served plain, but it can also be served with a dollop of sweetened whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Nutrition
One serving of this Old Southern Pound Cake (1/12 of the cake) contains 447 calories and 21.5 grams of fat. It also contains 6.4 grams of protein, 55.8 grams of carbohydrates, and 1.7 grams of fiber. It’s a source of calcium, iron, and vitamin A.
This cake is high in sugar and fat, so it should be eaten in moderation. Try to balance it out with fresh fruits and vegetables to get the most nutritional benefit.
This classic Old Southern Pound Cake is a delicious and simple dessert option for any occasion. It’s moist and flavorful, and it’s sure to please any crowd. Give this recipe a try and you’ll be sure to have a hit on your hands!
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