Description
This rich and moist Buttermilk Pound Cake is topped with a luscious French Vanilla Cream Cheese Icing. Perfect for celebrations or a comforting dessert, it’s a classic Southern treat made with pantry staples and packed with flavor.
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 cups granulated sugar
- 6 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened (for icing)
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 2 teaspoons French vanilla extract
- 1–2 tablespoons milk (as needed for icing consistency)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease and flour a 10-inch bundt or tube pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet mixture, alternating with the buttermilk, beginning and ending with the flour mixture. Mix until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 75–85 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then turn it out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
- To make the icing, beat the cream cheese and butter until smooth.
- Add the powdered sugar and French vanilla extract, and beat until creamy. Add milk 1 tablespoon at a time to reach desired consistency.
- Drizzle or spread the icing over the cooled cake. Let set before serving.
Notes
- Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for the best texture.
- Use full-fat buttermilk for a richer flavor and moisture.
- The cake can be stored covered at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerated for up to a week.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 80 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 48g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 72g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
