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Vanilla Buttermilk Pound Cake with Cream Cheese Glaze

A magical pound cake with a soft, melt-in-your-mouth texture, topped with a tangy cream cheese glaze.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour Sifted
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened At room temperature
  • 2 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs At room temperature
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup buttermilk At room temperature
For the Cream Cheese Glaze
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2-3 tablespoons milk Adjust for desired consistency
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease and flour a 10-cup bundt pan or a loaf pan.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
Baking the Cake
  1. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
  2. Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  3. Add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture in three additions, alternating with the buttermilk (beginning and ending with the dry ingredients). Mix until just combined.
  4. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Bake for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  5. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then turn it out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Making the Glaze
  1. In a medium bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar and milk, mixing until the glaze is smooth and pourable. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  2. Once the cake is completely cooled, drizzle the cream cheese glaze over the top.
Serving
  1. Slice and enjoy! Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Notes

Don’t forget to use room temperature ingredients for the best results. Store properly to keep the cake fresh.