Vanilla Buttermilk Pound Cake with Cream Cheese Glaze
Indulge in a slice of Vanilla Buttermilk Pound Cake with Cream Cheese Glaze, where rich vanilla flavor meets a silky cream cheese topping. This moist and tender cake is perfect for any occasion, from family gatherings to casual brunches. With its inviting aroma and delightful texture, it’s sure to become a beloved staple in your home. Treat yourself to this classic dessert that will have everyone coming back for more!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened, room temperature)
- 1 cup buttermilk (or regular milk with 1 tbsp vinegar)
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 4 large eggs (room temperature)
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 2 cups powdered sugar (sifted)
- 2 tbsp milk or cream (adjust for consistency)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream butter and sugar until fluffy (3-4 minutes).
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing until smooth.
- Stir in buttermilk and vanilla until just combined.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture; mix until smooth.
- Pour batter into the loaf pan; bake for 60-70 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- For the glaze, blend cream cheese, powdered sugar, and milk until smooth; drizzle over cooled cake.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 80mg