Description
Indulge in the delightful richness of Johnnie Ruth’s Pound Cake Recipe, a classic dessert that captures the essence of comfort and celebration. This moist pound cake, made with salted butter and sweetened condensed milk, delivers a buttery flavor that will have your guests asking for seconds. The white glaze adds just the right touch of sweetness, making it perfect for birthdays, gatherings, or cozy nights at home. With its simple preparation and versatile serving options—from fresh fruit to whipped cream—this cake is sure to become a cherished favorite in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup salted butter
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 7 large eggs
- 2 cups cake flour
- 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 teaspoons lemon extract
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2–3 tablespoons milk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Gradually incorporate the sifted cake flour, followed by the sweetened condensed milk, vanilla extract, and lemon extract until just combined.
- Pour the batter into a greased loaf or Bundt pan. Bake for 60 to 75 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- While baking, prepare the white glaze by whisking powdered sugar with milk and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Once baked, cool slightly before glazing the warm cake.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 335
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 170mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 110mg