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Sour Cream Pound Cake

Cultural Context

Sour Cream Pound Cake is a classic American dessert known for its rich, moist texture and dense crumb. Originating from traditional pound cake recipes, which used a pound each of flour, butter, sugar, and eggs, this variation incorporates sour cream for added moisture and flavor. It's a beloved treat for gatherings and celebrations, often enjoyed with coffee or tea. Today, variations abound, with many bakers adding fruits or spices to personalize their cakes.

AmericanUSdessert
75 min
medium
8 servings
Servings4
2 cups sifted all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup softened butter
1 1/2 cups sugar
1 cup full fat sour cream
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 teaspoon lemon extract
1 teaspoon almond extract
4 large eggs
1 cup powdered sugar
1/4 cup heavy cream

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

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🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: buttermilk

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

1

Add sifted all-purpose flour to a bowl.

2

Add baking soda and salt to the flour and whisk until combined.

3

In a large bowl, add softened butter and sugar, then mix for 3 minutes.

4

Add full fat sour cream to the butter and sugar mixture and mix until combined, resembling mashed potatoes.

5

Add vanilla extract, lemon extract, and almond extract to the mixture and combine.

6

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the eggs, mixing after each addition until fluffy and light in color.

7

Spoon the batter into a greased and floured bundt pan, leveling it out by shaking and tapping the pan.

8

Bake at 325°F for about 1 hour and 20 minutes, checking for doneness.

9

Let the cake cool in the pan until cool enough to flip over, then remove from the pan and let cool completely.

10

Make a glaze by mixing powdered sugar, heavy cream, vanilla, and salt, then drizzle over the cooled cake.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

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Allergens

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Also Known As

Sour Cream CakePound Cake with Sour Cream

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