🍰 Cream Cheese Pound Cake 🍰

Savor Every Slice: A Perfect Treat for Family Gatherings or a Sweet Reward after a Busy Day!

🍽️ Ingredients 🍽️

- 3 cups sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 6 large eggs
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup butter, softened
- ½ tsp almond extract
- ½ tsp salt

🧑‍🍳 Directions 🧑‍🍳

1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C). Generously grease and flour a bundt pan to prepare it for the batter.
2. In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and cream cheese together with the sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy. This is the base of your cake, so make sure it's well combined.
3. Add the eggs one at a time, fully incorporating each egg before adding the next. This will help to create a smooth, rich texture in your cake.
4. Mix in the vanilla and almond extracts, blending them thoroughly into the batter to infuse it with flavor.
5. Gradually fold in the flour and salt, mixing just until the batter is smooth and free of lumps.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared bundt pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
8. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before inverting onto a wire rack to cool completely.

🍎 Nutritional Information 🍎

- Calories: 530 per serving
- Carbohydrates: 75g
- Proteins: 8g
- Fats: 23g

💡 Tips and Tricks 💡

- For an extra glossy top, brush the cake with a simple syrup after baking.
- If you prefer a crunchier crust, sprinkle the greased pan with granulated sugar before adding the batter.
- This cake stores well under a cake dome at room temperature for several days, making it perfect for gradual snacking.

⏳ Preparation time ⏳

Preparation time: 20 minutes | Cooking time: 70 minutes | Serving: 12 servings.