Grandmother's Pound Cake

Recipe View 5 mins Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare three 8x4-inch loaf pans by greasing them generously and lining the bottoms with parchment paper. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 8 mins In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar using an electric mixer on medium speed until the mixture is light and fluffy. This step is crucial for incorporating air and creating a tender cake. (8-10 minutes)

Recipe View 3 mins Beat in the eggs, one at a time, ensuring each egg is fully incorporated before adding the next. This helps create a smooth and emulsified batter. (3-5 minutes)

Recipe View 5 mins Gradually add the flour to the batter, alternating with the milk. Begin and end with the flour. Mix until just combined; be careful not to overmix, as this can result in a tough cake. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 2 mins Divide the batter evenly among the prepared loaf pans. (2 minutes)

Recipe View 1 hrs Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean. Begin checking for doneness around 60 minutes, but it may take up to 70 minutes. (60-70 minutes)

Recipe View 10 mins Once baked, run a small knife around the edges of each pan to loosen the cakes. Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes before inverting them onto a wire rack to cool completely. (10 minutes)