Sour Cream Pound Cake
Sour cream pound cake is a nostalgic treat that brings warmth and joy to any gathering. With its rich, buttery flavor balanced by the tang of sour cream, each slice offers a moist, tender crumb that’s simply irresistible. Perfect for breakfast or dessert, this cake can be enjoyed plain or paired with fresh berries for an elevated experience. Whether it’s a cozy afternoon or a festive occasion, this sour cream pound cake will surely delight everyone.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup full-fat sour cream
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 4 large eggs, room temperature
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 4-5 minutes).
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Fold in the sour cream until smooth.
- In another bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined—do not overmix!
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 60-70 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 70mg