Best 5 Smoothest Southern Pound Cake Recipes

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In the realm of baked treats, few desserts hold a more cherished place than the Southern pound cake. With its buttery texture, delicate crumb, and hint of sweetness, the perfect pound cake elevates any occasion. Baking a smooth Southern pound cake is an art form that requires careful attention to detail. From selecting the finest ingredients to mastering the perfect baking temperature, every step is crucial in achieving that coveted smooth texture. In this article, we'll take you on a journey to discover the secrets of creating the smoothest Southern pound cake, guaranteeing that every slice melts in your mouth and leaves you craving more.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

SOUTHERN COMFORT CAKE



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This is a delicious coffee cake, you might say comforting!

Provided by Debbie

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Cake Mix Cake Recipes     Coffee Cake

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (18.25 ounce) package yellow cake mix
1 (3.5 ounce) package instant vanilla pudding mix
4 eggs
½ cup milk
½ cup vegetable oil
½ cup Southern Comfort liqueur
1 ½ cups chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray one 9 inch bundt pan with non-stick cooking spray.
  • Combine the cake mix, instant vanilla pudding, eggs, milk, oil, Southern Comfort and chopped walnuts. Beat for 2 minutes. Then pour batter into the prepared pan.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 1 hour to 1 hour and 10 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the cake comes out clean. Let cake cool in pan for 10 minutes then invert onto a cake dish and enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 448.3 calories, Carbohydrate 43.9 g, Cholesterol 63.7 mg, Fat 25.6 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 6.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, Sodium 428.6 mg, Sugar 25.8 g

SMOOTHEST SOUTHERN POUND CAKE



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Make and share this Smoothest Southern Pound Cake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Chef 313014

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h

Yield 1 10-inch cake

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup butter or 1 cup margarine, softened
3 cups sugar
3 cups sifted cake flour
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
6 large eggs
1 (8 ounce) carton sour cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Beat butter at medium speed with an electric mixer (not a hand held one) about 2 minutes or until creamy. Gradually add sugar, beating at medium speed 5 to 7 minutes. Combine cake flour and baking soda, and add to butter mixture 1 cup at a time. (Batter will be extremely thick).
  • Separate eggs; add yolks to batter, and mix well. Stir in sour cream and vanilla. Beat egg whites until stiff, and fold into batter.
  • Spoon into a greased and floured 12-cup Bundt or 10-inch tube pan. Bake at 300F for 2 hours or until a wooden pick inserted in the center comes out clean. (You may also spoon batter into two 9- x 5- x 3-inch loaf pans; bake at 300F for 1 1/2 hours or until a wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean). Cool in pan on wire rack 10 to 15 minutes. Remove from pan; cool completely on wire rack.
  • NOTE: Standard Mixing Method: If you are using a handheld mixer or prefer a conventional pound cake method, here's the procedure we suggest.
  • Beat butter at medium speed with an electric mixer about 2 minutes or until creamy. Gradually add 3 cups sugar, beating at medium speed 5 to 7 minutes. Add eggs, one at a time, beating just until yellow disappears.
  • Combine cake flour and baking soda; add to butter mixture alternately with sour cream, beginning and ending with flour mixture. Mix at lowest speed just until mixture is blended after each addition. Stir in vanilla. Bake as directed.

SOUTHERN POUND CAKE



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 2h20m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened, plus more for greasing
1 cup light brown sugar
1 cup granulated sugar
5 large eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3 tablespoons sour cream
2 cups cake flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1 quart fresh blackberries
1 quart fresh blueberries
1 quart fresh raspberries
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
Sweetened whipped cream, for serving
Powdered sugar, for dusting
1 fresh mint sprig, for garnish

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F. Grease a 9-by-5-inch loaf pan with butter.
  • Add the brown sugar, granulated sugar and butter to the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment and stir on medium speed until creamed and fully combined. Add the eggs, one at a time, until completely combined. Add the vanilla extract and sour cream and stir until combined.
  • Combine the cake flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt in a large bowl with a whisk. Slowly add the dry mixture to the wet mixture in the stand mixer until just combined. Pour this mixture into the prepared loaf pan. Bake until golden brown and cooked through, about 1 hour. Remove from the oven and allow to cool to room temperature.
  • For the mixed berry compote: Meanwhile, add the blackberries, blueberries, raspberries, granulated sugar, butter and vanilla extract to a medium saucepan and turn the heat on to medium-high. Cook until thickened and syrupy, 15 to 20 minutes. Remove from the heat and keep warm or let cool to room temperature until ready to serve.
  • Remove the pound cake from the loaf pan. Cut slices just under 1 inch thick and shingle the slices on a large platter. Top with the compote and whipped cream and dust with powdered sugar. Garnish with the mint and serve.

BEST SOUTHERN POUND CAKE



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In my husband's small South Carolina home town, decisions about whether to attend a local wedding were often made according to whether "Miss Lorene" was making the cake for the occasion. This is her version of the traditional Southern pound cake. Its texture is truly divine and quite dense. For some occasions, it is iced with 7 minute frosting. You can also use your favorite glaze. Makes nice cupcakes as well.

Provided by l0vetw0c00k

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h20m

Yield 1 tube pan cake, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup butter, no substitute
1/3 cup Crisco shortening
3 cups sugar
3 cups plain flour
6 -7 large eggs
1 cup milk
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Combine butter, Crisco, sugar, flour and salt in mixing bowl and beat well with electric mixer.
  • Add milk gradually.
  • Add eggs, 2 at a time, beating well after each addition.
  • Add baking powder and vanilla and mix well.
  • Pour batter in 10" tube pan, bottom of which has been lined with waxed paper and greased.
  • Bake 1 hour or until cake tests done.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 544.1, Fat 24.6, SaturatedFat 12.4, Cholesterol 149.3, Sodium 378.6, Carbohydrate 75.1, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 50.3, Protein 7.2

SOUTHERN-STYLE CHOCOLATE POUND CAKE



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I found this recipe and wanted to share it with you all. It turned out very good. It's not too sweet and not too chocolaty. You can add more cocoa if you'd like.

Provided by 2OFFIVE1

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Pound Cake Recipes

Time 1h50m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup butter
½ cup shortening
3 cups white sugar
5 eggs
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup milk
3 cups all-purpose flour
½ cup Dutch process cocoa powder
½ teaspoon baking powder

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour 2 (8 inch) loaf pans. Sift together the flour, cocoa and baking powder. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl, cream together the butter, shortening and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla. Beat in the flour mixture alternately with the milk, mixing just until incorporated. Pour batter into prepared pans.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 75 to 90 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Let cool in pan for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack and cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 283.4 calories, Carbohydrate 38.5 g, Cholesterol 59.9 mg, Fat 13.6 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 3.7 g, SaturatedFat 6.5 g, Sodium 81.4 mg, Sugar 25.6 g

Tips:

  • Use room temperature ingredients. This will help the cake batter to emulsify properly and create a smooth, even texture.
  • Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. This will incorporate air into the batter and help the cake to rise.
  • Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. This will help to prevent the batter from curdling.
  • Sift the dry ingredients together before adding them to the batter. This will help to ensure that they are evenly distributed and prevent lumps.
  • Do not overmix the batter. Overmixing can toughen the cake.
  • Bake the cake in a preheated oven. This will help to prevent the cake from sinking in the middle.
  • Let the cake cool completely before serving. This will help to prevent it from crumbling.

Conclusion:

Southern pound cake is a classic dessert that is loved by people of all ages. It is a dense, moist cake with a rich, buttery flavor. Pound cake is perfect for any occasion, from a casual get-together to a formal dinner party. With these tips, you can make the smoothest, most delicious southern pound cake that everyone will love.

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