Grandma's Vanilla Pound Cake Recipe

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Feel free to add a personal touch by incorporating ingredients like lemon zest or almond extract for additional flavor.

INGREDIENTS

– 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened – 2 cups granulated sugar – 4 large eggs – 1 tablespoon vanilla extract – 3 cups all-purpose flour – 1 teaspoon baking powder – 1/2 teaspoon baking soda

INSTRUCTIONS

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1

Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease and flour a bundt pan.

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2

In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.

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3

Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.

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4

In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

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5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.

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6

Bake in the preheated oven for 60-70 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

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7

Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

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8

Once the cake is completely cooled, you can dust it with powdered sugar or frost it with your favorite icing.

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