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20-Year Secret to Perfect Brown Sugar Pound Cake That Melts Hearts

Brown Sugar Pound Cake

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A moist and rich pound cake sweetened with brown sugar for a deep caramel flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups (340g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups (400g) packed brown sugar
  • 5 large eggs
  • 3 cups (360g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 cup (240ml) whole milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Grease and flour a 10-inch bundt pan.
  2. In a large bowl, beat butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Alternately add flour mixture and milk to the butter mixture, starting and ending with flour.
  6. Stir in vanilla extract.
  7. Pour batter into prepared pan and smooth the top.
  8. Bake for 60-70 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  9. Cool in pan for 15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

  • Use dark brown sugar for a deeper flavor.
  • Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature.
  • Do not overmix the batter to keep the cake tender.

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