12/26/2024
Vanilla Buttermilk Pound Cake with Cream Cheese Glaze
Ingredients:
For the Pound Cake:
1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
2 1/2 cups granulated sugar
4 large eggs, room temperature
3 cups all-purpose flour, sifted
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup buttermilk, room temperature
1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
For the Cream Cheese Glaze:
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 cup powdered sugar, sifted
2 tablespoons milk (add more for desired consistency)
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Preparation:
Step 1: Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease and flour a 10-inch bundt pan or line it with baking spray.
Step 2: Prepare the Batter
In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar using a hand or stand mixer until light and fluffy. This should take about 3-5 minutes.
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition to ensure the mixture is fully incorporated.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the sifted flour, baking soda, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with buttermilk. Start and end with the dry ingredients, mixing on low speed to avoid overmixing.
Stir in the vanilla extract until the batter is smooth and well combined.
Step 3: Bake the Cake
Pour the batter evenly into the prepared bundt pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 60-75 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let the cake cool in the pan for about 15 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 4: Make the Cream Cheese Glaze
In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
Gradually add the powdered sugar, followed by the milk and vanilla extract.
Mix until the glaze reaches a smooth, pourable consistency. Add more milk if needed.
Step 5: Glaze the Cake
Once the cake has completely cooled, drizzle the cream cheese glaze generously over the top, allowing it to drip down the sides for a beautiful presentation.