A Buttery, Moist, & Perfectly Dense Classic That Lives Up to the Hype!
When Lisa says it’s "the best pound cake ever," you know it’s special. This old-fashioned, foolproof pound cake is rich, velvety, and melts in your mouth—with a golden crust and tender crumb that keeps people coming back for seconds.
Why This Pound Cake Stands Out
✔ Perfect texture – Dense yet soft, never dry
✔ Pure, buttery flavor – No artificial tastes, just real ingredients
✔ Simple to make – No fancy techniques, just a bowl and whisk
✔ Versatile – Eat plain, with berries, or toasted with butter
Ingredients (Makes 1 loaf or Bundt cake)
For the Cake
1½ cups (3 sticks / 340g) unsalted butter, softened
3 cups (360g) granulated sugar
6 large eggs, room temperature
3 cups (360g) all-purpose flour (sifted)
½ tsp baking powder
½ tsp salt
1 cup (240ml) whole milk or buttermilk
2 tsp vanilla extract
1 tsp almond extract (optional, but highly recommended)
For the Glaze (Optional)
1 cup (120g) powdered sugar
2–3 tbsp milk or lemon juice
½ tsp vanilla extract