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Vanilla Buttermilk Pound Cake with Cream Cheese Glaze

A buttery, moist pound cake topped with a sweet cream cheese glaze, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Make sure it's at room temperature.
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs Bring to room temperature.
  • 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour Sifted.
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup buttermilk Room temperature.
For the Cream Cheese Glaze
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened At room temperature.
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon milk Add more for desired consistency.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 10-inch bundt pan.
  2. Mix the Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time, and then mix in the vanilla extract.
  4. Combine the Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Slowly add this mixture to your creamed butter and sugar, alternating with the buttermilk.
Baking
  1. Pour and Bake: Pour the batter into your prepared bundt pan and bake for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  2. Cool: Let your cake cool in the pan for about 15 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack.
Glazing
  1. Prepare the Cream Cheese Glaze: In a separate bowl, beat together the cream cheese and butter until soft and creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar, then mix in the vanilla and milk until desired consistency.
  2. Drizzle the Glaze: Once your cake is cool, drizzle the creamy glaze over the top.

Notes

For best results, use room temperature ingredients. You can customize the glaze with lemon juice or zest for added flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to four days.