Slap Your Momma Pound Cake
A quintessential dessert featuring a golden crust and moist, buttery center, perfect for family gatherings and sweet indulgence.
Servings: 12 slices
Calories: 340kcal
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, soft, at room temperature Adds richness and a smooth texture.
- 2.5 cups granulated sugar Balances the decadence of butter.
- 5 large eggs Provides structure and moisture.
- 1 cup whole milk Essential for a moist, tender cake.
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract Elevates the overall flavor.
- 3 cups all-purpose flour Provides necessary structure.
- 0.5 tsp salt Enhances sweetness.
- 0.5 tsp almond extract Optional for extra flavor depth.
For the Glaze
- 2 cups powdered sugar For sweetness and glossy finish.
- 4-6 tbsp heavy cream or milk Adjust for desired thickness.
- 1 tsp vanilla extract Keeps flavors harmonious.
- pinch salt To balance the sweetness.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C) and prepare a bundt pan by greasing and flouring it.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3–4 minutes.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in vanilla extract (and almond extract if using) until well combined.
- Gradually alternate adding all-purpose flour and milk, starting and ending with flour, mixing until just combined.
Baking
- Pour the batter into the prepared bundt pan and smooth the top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 70–80 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before carefully inverting onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Glazing
- In a separate bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, heavy cream (or milk), vanilla extract, and salt until smooth and pourable.
- Drizzle the glaze generously over the cooled cake.
Notes
Use room temperature ingredients for even mixing. Avoid overmixing once wet and dry ingredients are combined. Check cake for doneness a few minutes before baking time ends. Customize glaze thickness as desired. Experiment with flavors like lemon zest or coconut extract.