Traditionally, pound cake is a very simple recipe–a pound each of butter, flour, sugar and eggs in a 1:1:1:1 ratio. The traditional rendition doesn’t contain leavener as it relies on creaming butter and sugar to whip enough air into the batter to leaven the cake. These days, it’...
1. Butter and flour the pan generously.[I used Butter Flavor Crisco, but Baker’s JOY spray is my go-to.] 2. Whip softened butter and cream cheese well, then add sugar and beat at medium speed for 3 minutes, until light and fluffy. [I LOVE THIS MIXER. It literally makes me so h...
You can use this same recipe to make a lime, orange, or even grapefruit pound cake. Just swap out the zest, juice, and extract. As written, it will work with any citrus, so you can make your favorite. Tips for Success Make sure your butter, eggs, lemon juice, and yogurt or butter...