Caramel Pound Cake: The Best Recipe for Sweet Indulgence at Home
Discover the secret to a moist and flavorful Caramel Pound Cake that is perfect for any occasion. This recipe guarantees sweet indulgence with every bite.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Total Time: 90 minutes
- Yield: 1 loaf
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup caramel sauce
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt in another bowl.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the cream, and mix until just combined.
- Stir in the vanilla extract and mix until smooth.
- Pour half of the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Drizzle with caramel sauce before topping with the remaining batter.
- Bake for 60-70 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
- This cake can be enhanced with chopped nuts or chocolate chips for added texture.
- Serve the cake warm with extra caramel drizzled on top for a delightful treat.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 80mg