Delicious Cream Cheese Pound Cake Recipe

Indulge in the rich and delicious Cream Cheese Pound Cake, a classic American dessert perfect for any occasion. This recipe yields a moist and buttery pound cake with a subtle tangy flavor from the cream cheese. Enjoy it plain or dress it up with your favorite toppings. This simple and easy-to-follow recipe will surely become a family favorite. Prepare to impress your friends and family with this mouthwatering treat!

Ingredients

• 1 ½ cups unsalted butter, softened
• 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
• 3 cups granulated sugar
• 6 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• ½ teaspoon salt

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C) and grease a 10-inch bundt or tube pan.
2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and cream cheese until light and fluffy.
3. Gradually add the sugar, beating well after each addition.
4. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
5. In a separate bowl, combine the flour and salt. Gradually add the flour mixture to the cream cheese mixture, beating until just combined.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
7. Bake for 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Remove from the oven and let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. Once cooled, you can serve the Cream Cheese Pound Cake as is, or dust it with powdered sugar, drizzle with a glaze, or top it with your favorite fruits or whipped cream.
10. Slice and enjoy!

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