Classic Vanilla Bean Pound Loaf Cake
This Classic Vanilla Bean Pound Loaf Cake is a rich, buttery treat infused with fragrant vanilla bean, perfect for any dessert or afternoon tea.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 65 minutes
- Total Time: 85 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 vanilla bean, split and seeds scraped
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup whole milk
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5 inch loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla bean seeds.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually blend the dry ingredients into the butter mixture, alternating with milk, beginning and ending with flour mixture.
- Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For an extra touch, dust the cooled loaf with powdered sugar or serve with fresh berries and whipped cream.
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