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Slap Ya Momma Pound Cake Recipe

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This Slap Ya Momma Pound Cake is a classic, rich, and buttery treat with a tender crumb and a luscious vanilla glaze. Perfectly baked to a golden finish, this pound cake combines simple ingredients with easy steps to create an irresistibly moist and flavorful dessert that’s ideal for any occasion.

Ingredients

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Cake

  • 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 2 3/4 cups granulated sugar
  • 5 large eggs
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon almond extract (optional)

Glaze

  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 3 tablespoons whole milk or heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Generously grease and flour a bundt pan or a 10-inch tube pan to prevent sticking.
  2. Beat Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, resembling a cloud. This ensures a tender cake texture.
  3. Add Eggs: Crack in the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition to fully incorporate and emulsify the batter.
  4. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening and seasoning.
  5. Alternate Adding Dry and Wet: Gradually add the flour mixture and whole milk alternately to the butter and egg mixture, starting and ending with the flour mixture. Mix on low speed just until combined to avoid toughening the batter.
  6. Add Flavorings: Stir in the pure vanilla extract and optional almond extract gently until evenly incorporated.
  7. Transfer Batter to Pan: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula for even baking.
  8. Bake Cake: Bake in the preheated oven for 75-85 minutes. Test doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center; it should come out clean.
  9. Cool Cake: Let the cake cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes to firm up before inverting it onto a wire rack. Allow it to cool completely to room temperature.
  10. Prepare Glaze: While the cake cools, whisk together powdered sugar, milk or cream, and vanilla extract in a small bowl until smooth and pourable but not too thin.
  11. Glaze Cake: Once cool, drizzle the glaze over the entire cake. Allow the glaze to set before slicing and serving. Enjoy!

Notes

  • Make sure the butter is softened at room temperature to achieve the perfect fluffy texture when beaten with sugar.
  • If you don’t have almond extract, you can omit it without compromising the cake’s flavor.
  • Checking the cake with a toothpick is crucial to prevent under or over-baking.
  • Use heavy cream in the glaze for a richer and creamier finish.
  • Allow the cake to cool completely before glazing to avoid melting or sliding glaze.

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