Ingredients
– 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 3 cups granulated sugar
– 5 large eggs
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 3 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
– 1 teaspoon baking powder
– 1 teaspoon salt
– 1 cup buttermilk
Equipment Needed
– Bundt pan or loaf pan
– Mixing bowls
– Electric mixer or whisk
– Rubber spatula
– Measuring cups and spoons
– Cooling rack
Step-by-Step Instructions
To begin, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease your bundt pan or loaf pan generously with butter and dust it with flour to prevent the cake from sticking later. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. This step takes about 5 minutes with an electric mixer, and it’s crucial for achieving that beautiful texture we all love in a pound cake. Once it’s fluffy, beat in the eggs one at a time and then stir in the vanilla extract. Feel free to enjoy the lovely aroma as you mix—it’s like a hug for your senses! (See the next page below to continue steps…)