Cream Cheese Pound Cake Recipe
Description:
Indulge in a truly unique, rich, and utterly delicious Cream Cheese Pound Cake recipe, straight from the kitchen of Ethel Theriot, the mother of my sister-in-law. This cake is a delightful treat for any occasion, boasting a moist and tender crumb with a subtle hint of cream cheese flavor.
Recipe Overview:
- Preparation Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour and 30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour and 45 minutes
- Servings: 1 Cake
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 | Butter |
| 1/2 | Shortening |
| 1 | Cream cheese |
| 2 1/2 | Sugar |
| 5 | Eggs |
| 3 | Cake flour |
| 1 | Baking powder |
| 1 | Buttermilk |
| 1 | Vanilla extract |
| 1 | Pecans |
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 799
- Fat: 47.5g
- Saturated Fat: 20.8g
- Cholesterol: 180.5mg
- Sodium: 295.8mg
- Carbohydrates: 85.7g
- Fiber: 1.8g
- Sugar: 52g
- Protein: 10.2g
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (1 review)
Recipe Instructions:
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Creaming Process:
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter, shortening, and cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
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Sugar Addition:
- Gradually add the sugar to the creamed mixture, beating continuously until light and fluffy.
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Incorporating Eggs:
- Add the eggs to the mixture one at a time, beating well after each addition.
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Dry Ingredients Mixture:
- In a separate bowl, combine the cake flour, baking powder, and chopped pecans.
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Alternating Additions:
- Add the dry ingredients mixture to the creamed mixture alternately with the buttermilk, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
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Flavor Enhancement:
- Stir in the vanilla extract to enhance the flavor of the batter.
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Pan Preparation:
- Grease and flour a 10-inch tube pan to prevent sticking.
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Batter Placement:
- Spoon the prepared batter into the greased and floured tube pan, spreading it evenly.
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Baking Process:
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C) and bake the cake for approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Cooling Stage:
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes before carefully removing it from the pan to finish cooling.
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Final Touch:
- Once completely cooled, the Cream Cheese Pound Cake is ready to be served and enjoyed!
Keywords:
Cheese, Fruit, Nuts, Weeknight, Oven, Less than 4 Hours
This Cream Cheese Pound Cake recipe is a delightful addition to any dessert table, perfect for gatherings, special occasions, or simply as a sweet indulgence for yourself and your loved ones. Try it today and savor the rich and creamy goodness in every bite! 🍰✨
