Famous Pound Cake Recipe
This pound cake is a buttery, moist, and tender treat that’s as easy to make as it is to enjoy. Perfect for any occasion, it pairs beautifully with a cup of coffee or tea, making it an instant favorite in any household.
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Duncan Hines butter recipe cake mix | 1 box |
| Cake flour | 1 cup |
| Sugar | 1 cup |
| Sour cream (room temperature) | 1 cup |
| Butter (room temperature) | 1 stick (1/2 cup) |
| Eggs (room temperature) | 5 |
| Oil | 1/4 cup |
| Water | 1/4 cup |
| Vanilla extract | 1 teaspoon |
| Butter flavoring | 1 teaspoon |
| Almond extract | 1 teaspoon |
Optional Lemon Glaze
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Powdered sugar | 1 cup |
| Fresh lemon juice | 2–3 tablespoons (adjust for desired consistency) |
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat the Oven
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Generously grease a tube or bundt pan with Baker’s Joy or your preferred nonstick spray.
Step 2: Prepare the Batter
- In a large mixing bowl, combine all the cake ingredients:
- Cake mix, cake flour, sugar, sour cream, butter, eggs, oil, water, vanilla extract, butter flavoring, and almond extract.
- Mix until the ingredients are just combined and the batter is smooth. Be careful not to overmix, as this could affect the cake’s texture.
Step 3: Bake the Cake
- Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pan.
- Bake for 55 to 65 minutes, or until a toothpick or fork inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes.
Step 4: Make the Glaze
- While the cake cools, whisk together the powdered sugar and lemon juice in a small bowl. Adjust the lemon juice to achieve a glaze consistency resembling thick nectar.
Step 5: Glaze the Cake
- Invert the slightly cooled cake onto a serving dish.
- Drizzle the glaze over the cake a little at a time, using the back of a spoon to spread it evenly. Let the glaze soak into the warm cake for added flavor.
Step 6: Serve and Enjoy
- Slice the cake and serve warm or at room temperature.
- This cake pairs wonderfully with fresh fruit, whipped cream, or even a scoop of ice cream for a decadent dessert.
Tips for the Perfect Pound Cake
- Room temperature ingredients: Ensuring the eggs, sour cream, and butter are at room temperature helps the batter mix smoothly, resulting in a tender crumb.
- Do not overmix: Overmixing the batter can create a dense texture. Mix until just combined.
- Check doneness early: Ovens vary, so start checking the cake at the 50-minute mark to avoid overbaking.
- Customization: Swap almond extract for lemon or orange extract for a citrus twist, or add a handful of chocolate chips or chopped nuts to the batter.
This Famous Pound Cake will quickly become a go-to dessert in your recipe collection. Its buttery richness and subtle hints of almond, vanilla, and lemon make every bite irresistible!