The 1896 One Pound Pound Cake Recipe

Transport yourself back to 1896 with this authentic one-pound pound cake recipe! Unearthed from a vintage cookbook, this decadent dessert boasts a rich, buttery crumb and a hint of warming spice. Perfect for tea parties, special occasions, or simply indulging in a taste of history. Follow our easy-to-follow instructions for a guaranteed show-stopping cake.

Prep Time 30 mins

Cook Time 90 mins

Calories 308.2 kcal

Protein 8g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for The 1896 One Pound Pound Cake

1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon ground mace
Eggs
1 tablespoon brandy

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How to Make The 1896 One Pound Pound Cake

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
Cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter and 1 cup granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
Beat in 4 large egg yolks one at a time, mixing well after each addition. The mixture should be thick and pale yellow.
In a separate bowl, beat 4 large egg whites until stiff peaks form.
Gently fold in 1 teaspoon ground mace, 2 cups all-purpose flour, and 1 tablespoon brandy into the egg yolk/sugar mixture.
Gradually fold in the stiffly beaten egg whites until just combined. Be careful not to deflate the egg whites.
Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 75-90 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely.