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Slap Your Mama Pound Cake

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A rich and buttery pound cake with a tender crumb, perfect for any occasion, topped with a delightful glaze.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 2 3/4 cups granulated sugar
  • 5 large eggs
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon almond extract (optional)
  • 2 cups powdered sugar (for glaze)
  • 3 tablespoons whole milk or heavy cream (for glaze)
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract (for glaze)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease or flour your bundt or tube pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, alternating with the whole milk.
  6. Stir in the pure vanilla extract and almond extract until well combined.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared pan, smoothing the top.
  8. Bake for 75 to 85 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  9. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 to 15 minutes before inverting onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. For the glaze, whisk together powdered sugar, milk (or cream), and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
  11. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled pound cake and allow to set before slicing and serving.

Notes

Make sure your butter is softened properly for smooth blending. Store leftover pound cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

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