Andrea's Pound Cake Recipe Recipe

This pound cake recipe is the stuff of legends! Dense, moist, and utterly irresistible, it's unlike any other you've tasted. A closely guarded family secret, passed down from Andrea to my mom, and finally to you! Prepare to be amazed by its rich, creamy texture and melt-in-your-mouth deliciousness. Forget dry, crumbly pound cakes – this one is the gold standard. Perfect for special occasions or an everyday treat.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 100 mins
Calories 416.8 kcal
Protein 10g
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Ingredients for Andrea's Pound Cake Recipe

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How to Make Andrea's Pound Cake Recipe

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease and flour a 10-inch tube pan.
  2. Sift together 3 cups all-purpose flour and 1 teaspoon salt.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted margarine and 8 ounces cream cheese until light and fluffy.
  4. Gradually add 3 cups granulated sugar, beating well after each addition.
  5. Beat in 4 large eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  6. Stir in 2 teaspoons vanilla extract.
  7. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  8. Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

8 g

Sugar

134g

Fat

65g

Carbs

17g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Andrea's Pound Cake Recipe?

Andrea's Pound Cake Recipe takes about 120 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 100 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Andrea's Pound Cake Recipe?

Andrea's Pound Cake Recipe has approximately 416.8 calories per serving, with about 10 g protein, 17 g carbohydrates and 33 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Andrea's Pound Cake Recipe?

The key ingredients for Andrea's Pound Cake Recipe are Cake Flour, Salt, Butter, Cream Cheese, Sugar, Eggs. See the full list with measurements above.

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