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Cream Cheese Pound Cake Recipe

A rich, moist, and buttery pound cake with a hint of cream cheese for extra tenderness. Perfect for any occasion, this classic dessert is simple yet decadent.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 10 12
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 520

Ingredients
  

  • 1 ½ cups (3 sticks / 340g) Unsalted butter (room temp)
  • 8 oz (226g) Cream cheese
  • 3 cups (600g) Granulated sugar
  • 6 Large eggs
  • 3 cups (360g) All-purpose flour
  • ½ tsp Salt
  • ½ tsp Baking powder
  • 1 tbsp Vanilla extract
  • ½ tsp Almond extract (optional)

Equipment

  • 10-inch Bundt pan or loaf pan
  • Electric mixer (stand or hand)
  • Mixing bowls
  • Measuring cups/spoons
  • Spatula
  • Wire rack (for cooling)

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C).
  2. Grease and flour a 10-inch Bundt pan or line a loaf pan with parchment paper.
  3. In a large bowl, beat butter and cream cheese until smooth (~3 mins).
  4. Gradually add sugar, beating until light and fluffy (~5 mins).
  5. One at a time, add eggs, mixing well after each.
  6. Stir in vanilla and almond extract (if using).
  7. In a separate bowl, whisk flour, salt, and baking powder.
  8. Gradually fold dry ingredients into the wet batter until just combined (do not overmix).
  9. Pour batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
  10. Bake for 1 hour 15 mins or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  11. Let cool in the pan for 15 mins, then transfer to a wire rack.
  12. Slice when completely cooled. Dust with powdered sugar or serve with berries.

Notes

  • Room temp ingredients ensure a smooth batter.
  • Do not overmix to avoid a dense cake.
  • Storage: Keep in an airtight container for up to 5 days or freeze for 3 months.
  • Variations: Add lemon zest or cinnamon for extra flavor.