Classic pound cake

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease a 10-inch Bundt pan or 2 8 x 5-inch (20 x 12 cm) loaf pans with nonstick spray.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and baking soda.

Step 3

In a large bowl, combine the butter, sugar, and salt. Beat with an electric hand mixer on medium speed for about 6 minutes, or until light and fluffy. Scrape down the sides and bottom of the bowl with a rubber spatula and beat again for 1–2 minutes. Add the eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition.

Step 4

With the mixer running on low speed, add the buttermilk and vanilla. Increase the mixer speed to high and beat for 30 seconds.

Step 5

Add ⅓ of the flour mixture and beat on medium speed until incorporated. Add ½ of the sour cream and beat until incorporated. Continue alternating additions of flour and sour cream, scraping down the sides of the bowl between each addition. Beat on medium speed after all of the flour is incorporated for about 1 minute, until the batter is well combined.

Step 6

Transfer the batter to the prepared Bundt pan or divide between the loaf pans and bake for about 60 minutes, or until a cake tester inserted to the center of the cake comes out clean. Let the cake cool in the pan(s) for 15–20 minutes, then invert onto a wire rack and unmold from the pan(s). Let cool completely.

Step 7

Slice and serve.

Step 8

Enjoy!

Step 9

RECIPE BY: Morgan Baker