Southern Living's Cream Cheese Pound Cake

Indulge in the timeless charm of Southern Living’s Cream Cheese Pound Cake, a decadent dessert that delivers unmatched richness and flavor. Made with softened butter and cream cheese, this classic Southern recipe achieves a luxurious, velvety texture that melts in your mouth. A blend of vanilla and optional almond extract adds a fragrant finish, while six whole eggs ensure a moist, tender crumb. Perfectly baked to golden perfection in a Bundt pan, this cake is as beautiful as it is delicious. Whether served plain, dusted with powdered sugar, or topped with fresh berries and a drizzle of glaze, this crowd-pleasing treat is ideal for family gatherings, holiday feasts, or an indulgent everyday dessert. With a prep time of just 20 minutes and a heavenly aroma that fills your kitchen while it bakes, this pound cake is bound to become a cherished favorite in your recipe collection.

Nutriscore Rating: 37/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:110 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
• 3 cups granulated sugar
• 6 large eggs
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 1.5 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 0.5 teaspoon almond extract (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C).

Step 2

Grease and flour a 10-inch Bundt pan or tube pan, ensuring an even coat on all sides to prevent sticking.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, using an electric mixer, beat the softened butter and cream cheese together on medium speed until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 4

Gradually add the granulated sugar to the butter and cream cheese mixture, beating on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 5

Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Scrape down the sides of the bowl to ensure all ingredients are fully incorporated.

Step 6

In a separate bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.

Step 7

Stir in the vanilla extract and almond extract (if using). Mix gently until evenly distributed.

Step 8

Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour and 20-30 minutes, or until a wooden skewer or toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 10

Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then carefully invert the cake onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 11

Slice and serve as is, or garnish with powdered sugar, fresh berries, or a drizzle of glaze for added flair. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1734.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6541.0

Total Fat 304.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 178.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 1883.8mg	0%
Sodium 2376.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 894.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.8g	0%
Total Sugars 610.0g
Protein 89.8g	0%

Vitamin D 240IU	0%
Calcium 494.7mg	0%
Iron 23.7mg	0%
Potassium 1090.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 41.1%

Protein: 5.4%

Carbs: 53.6%