Vanilla Buttermilk Pound Cake with Cream Cheese Glaze
A moist and flavorful pound cake made with buttermilk and topped with a creamy cream cheese glaze.
Equipment
- Bundt pan or loaf pan
- mixing bowls
- electric mixer
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Spatula
- wire rack
Ingredients
Cake Ingredients
- 3 cups All-purpose flour Provides structure to the cake.
- 1/2 teaspoon Baking soda Helps the cake rise.
- 1/4 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor.
- 1 cup Unsalted butter Softened, adds richness.
- 2 1/2 cups Granulated sugar Sweetens the cake.
- 4 large Eggs Adds moisture and richness.
- 1 tablespoon Vanilla extract Enhances flavor.
- 1 cup Buttermilk Adds moisture and tang.
Cream Cheese Glaze Ingredients
- 4 oz Cream cheese Softened, for the glaze.
- 1 cup Powdered sugar Sweetens the glaze.
- 2-3 tablespoons Milk Adjust for desired glaze consistency.
- 1/2 teaspoon Vanilla extract For added flavor in the glaze.
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
- Grease a 10-cup bundt pan or loaf pan with butter or cooking spray, then dust with flour.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Add the buttermilk to the butter mixture and mix until combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture in three additions, alternating with the buttermilk. Mix until just combined.
- 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.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- To make the glaze, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar and milk, mixing until you achieve a smooth, pourable consistency. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Once the cake is completely cooled, drizzle the cream cheese glaze over the top.
Notes
This Vanilla Buttermilk Pound Cake is perfect for any occasion and can be customized with various flavors and glazes.