Delicious Butterscotch Pound Cake Recipe

This butterscotch pound cake is a decadent treat that combines the rich flavors of butterscotch with a moist and fluffy pound cake. The butterscotch glaze adds a sweet and gooey finish to this delicious dessert, making it perfect for special occasions or gatherings with friends and family.

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 4 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 cup butterscotch chips
• 1/2 cup whole milk
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 2 tbsp butterscotch topping
• 1/4 cup heavy cream

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 325°F and grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
2. In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
4. In a separate bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, alternating with milk.
5. Fold in butterscotch chips and pour batter into prepared loaf pan.
6. Bake for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. Allow cake to cool in pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
8. In a small saucepan, heat butterscotch topping and heavy cream over low heat until smooth. Remove from heat and whisk in powdered sugar until smooth.
9. Pour glaze over cooled pound cake and let set before slicing and serving.

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