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Black People’s Pound Cake

A delightful symbol of tradition, this rich and moist pound cake is perfect for special occasions like birthdays and family gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cake Ingredients
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Make sure it's softened for easy mixing.
  • ½ cup shortening
  • 3 cups granulated sugar
  • 6 large eggs Use room temperature for better blending.
  • 1 cup whole milk Use room temperature for better blending.
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract Consider lemon or almond extract as a variation.
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour Scoop and level for accuracy.
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder Reduce slightly if the cake rises too much.
  • ½ teaspoon salt

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) and grease a Bundt pan.
  2. In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter, shortening, and granulated sugar until fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk. Start with flour and end with flour.
  6. Mix in the vanilla extract just until combined.
Baking
  1. Pour the batter into the prepared Bundt pan and bake for 60–75 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  2. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Serve with whipped cream or ice cream. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days, or refrigerate for about a week. Can be frozen for up to 3 months.