Old Fashioned Sour Cream Pound Cake
📝 Introduction
There’s nothing quite like a classic pound cake fresh from the oven. This Old Fashioned Sour Cream Pound Cake is rich, buttery, moist, and perfectly dense with a tender crumb. It’s the kind of timeless dessert that brings comfort with every slice — simple ingredients, traditional method, unforgettable flavor.
Whether served plain, dusted with powdered sugar, or topped with berries, this cake is pure homemade goodness.
📖 Description
This pound cake features a golden crust with a soft, velvety interior. The sour cream adds moisture and a subtle tang that balances the sweetness beautifully. It’s sturdy enough to slice cleanly yet soft enough to melt in your mouth.
Perfect with coffee, tea, or as a base for fruit and whipped cream desserts.
🌍 Origin and Cultural Significance
Pound cake dates back to 18th-century England, where the original recipe called for one pound each of butter, sugar, eggs, and flour — hence the name “pound cake.” Over time, variations developed across United States kitchens, especially in the Southern states, where sour cream became a popular addition for extra richness and moisture.
Today, pound cake is a beloved staple at family gatherings, holidays, church events, and Sunday dinners. It represents tradition, hospitality, and the beauty of simple baking done well.
🧂 Ingredients & Quantity
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
2 cups granulated sugar
4 large eggs
1 cup sour cream
2½ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ teaspoon salt
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat & Prepare
Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Grease and flour a bundt or loaf pan.
2️⃣ Cream Butter & Sugar
In a large bowl, beat softened butter until smooth. Gradually add sugar and cream together until light and fluffy (about 3–5 minutes).
3️⃣ Add Eggs
Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
4️⃣ Mix Dry Ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
5️⃣ Combine
Alternate adding dry ingredients and sour cream to the butter mixture, beginning and ending with flour. Mix just until combined. Stir in vanilla extract.
6️⃣ Bake
Pour batter into prepared pan. Bake for 60–75 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
7️⃣ Cool
Allow cake to cool in pan for 10–15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
✨ Optional Additions
Add 1 teaspoon almond extract for deeper flavor
Fold in lemon zest for a citrus twist
Top with a vanilla glaze or cream cheese icing
Add fresh berries to the batter
Swirl in cinnamon sugar for a warm spice variation
💡 Tips for Success
✔ Use room-temperature ingredients for a smooth batter.
✔ Cream butter and sugar thoroughly — this creates the cake’s structure.
✔ Do not overmix once flour is added.
✔ Bake low and slow for the best texture.
✔ Let the cake cool properly before slicing to avoid crumbling.
🥗 Nutritional Information (Approx. per slice, 12 slices)
Calories: 420–460
Carbohydrates: 55g
Protein: 6g
Fat: 22g
Sugar: 35g
Sodium: 180mg
(Values may vary depending on portion size and toppings.)
🏁 Conclusion
This Old Fashioned Sour Cream Pound Cake proves that classic recipes never go out of style. With its buttery richness and moist crumb, it’s a dessert that feels both nostalgic and indulgent.
⭐ Recommendation
Serve with:
Fresh strawberries and whipped cream
A scoop of vanilla ice cream
Hot coffee or sweet tea
Light dusting of powdered sugar for an elegant finish
It’s perfect for holidays, potlucks, brunches, or simple weekend baking.
🌿 Embracing Healthful Indulgence
Homemade desserts allow you to control ingredients and avoid unnecessary preservatives. You can lighten this recipe slightly by:
Substituting part of the flour with whole wheat pastry flour
Reducing sugar slightly
Using Greek yogurt in place of part of the sour cream
Enjoying a slice mindfully — savoring flavor and texture — turns dessert into a balanced pleasure rather than guilt.
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