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Sour Cream Pound Cake

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  • Author: Mollyyeh
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 40 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A rich and moist pound cake made with sour cream for extra tenderness and a slightly tangy flavor, perfect for any occasion.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 cups granulated sugar
  • 6 large eggs
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease and flour a 10-inch bundt or tube pan.
  2. In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
  3. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Alternately add the dry ingredients and sour cream to the creamed mixture, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients.
  6. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
  8. Bake for 1 hour and 20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  9. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 15 minutes before turning it out onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • Make sure all ingredients are at room temperature for best results.
  • Do not overmix the batter to keep the cake tender.
  • This cake pairs well with fresh berries or a dusting of powdered sugar.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 35g
  • Sodium: 120mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 13g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 58g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 120mg