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Bahamian Butter Pound Cake

Cultural Context

Bahamian Butter Pound Cake has its roots in the Bahamas, where it is often served during celebrations and family gatherings. This rich, buttery cake reflects the island's love for sweet treats and communal dining. Today, it is enjoyed not just in the Bahamas but also in various Caribbean communities, often with unique twists like the addition of tropical fruits or spices.

BahamianBSdessert
75 min
medium
12 servings
Servings4
2 sticks butter (room temperature)
1 1/3 cups sugar
2 1/2 cups flour (sifted)
1 tbsp. baking powder
4 eggs
1 cup milk
1 tbsp. vanilla
3 to 4 drops yellow food color (optional)

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil adds a tropical flavor and reduces saturated fat.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: cake flour

Whole wheat flour increases fiber content.

powdered sugar

🥗Healthier: stevia

💰Cheaper: granulated sugar

Stevia reduces calories while providing sweetness.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Almond milk is lower in calories and lactose-free.

1

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

2

Grease and flour a bundt pan.

3

Cream butter and sugar together in a mixing bowl until light and fluffy.

4

Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.

5

Sift together flour and baking powder in a separate bowl.

6

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with milk, starting and ending with flour.

7

Stir in vanilla extract until just combined.

8

If using, add yellow food color drops to the batter.

9

Pour the batter into the prepared bundt pan, smoothing the top.

10

Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.

Cooking Techniques

creamingbakingsifting

Equipment Needed

mixing bowlbundt panelectric mixersiftermeasuring cupsmeasuring spoons

Spice Level:

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Allergens

dairygluteneggs

Also Known As

Bahamian Pound CakeButter Cake

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