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Vanilla Buttermilk Pound Cake with Cream Cheese Glaze

A Vanilla Buttermilk Pound Cake with Cream Cheese Glaze is a deliciously buttery dessert that combines rich flavors with a simple preparation, making it a perfect treat for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Cake, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 cup 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, softened Make sure the butter is at room temperature.
  • 2 cups 2 cups (400g) granulated sugar
  • 4 large 4 large eggs Use room temperature eggs.
  • 1 teaspoon 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon 1 teaspoon almond extract (optional) Adds a hint of nutty flavor.
  • 2.5 cups 2 ½ cups (313g) all-purpose flour
  • 0.5 teaspoon ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup 1 cup (240ml) buttermilk For best results, do not skip.
For the Cream Cheese Glaze
  • 8 oz 8 oz (226g) cream cheese, softened Should be at room temperature.
  • 2 cups 2 cups (240g) powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2-4 tablespoons 2-4 tablespoons milk Add until desired consistency is reached.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) and grease a 10-inch bundt pan.
  2. In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy.
  3. Add in the eggs, one by one, mixing well after each addition. Then gently mix in the vanilla and almond extracts.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Mixing and Baking
  1. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the buttermilk. Start and end with the flour mixture. Mix until just combined.
  2. Pour the batter into your prepared bundt pan and smooth the top.
  3. Bake for about 60-70 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  4. Once baked, allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10-15 minutes, then gently invert it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Making the Glaze
  1. While the cake cools, prepare the cream cheese glaze by beating together cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla. Add milk, one tablespoon at a time, until you reach your desired drizzling consistency.
  2. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cake and let it set for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

Room temperature ingredients ensure a light, fluffy cake. Explore variations like adding chocolate chips or nuts, but don't let them distract from the cake!