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A freshly baked Black People’s Pound Cake cooling on a wire rack.

Black People’s Pound Cake Recipe


  • Author: Ava
  • Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x

Description

Black People’s Pound Cake is a Southern classic, known for its rich, buttery flavor and perfectly moist texture. This traditional cake has been passed down through generations and is a staple at family gatherings, holiday celebrations, and Sunday dinners.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • ½ cup shortening
  • 3 cups granulated sugar
  • 6 large eggs
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt

Instructions

  • Preheat & Prep: Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C) and grease a Bundt pan.
  • Cream Butter & Sugar: Beat butter, shortening, and sugar until fluffy.
  • Add Eggs: Mix in eggs one at a time.
  • Mix Dry Ingredients: Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl.
  • Alternate Mixing: Add dry ingredients alternately with milk, beginning and ending with flour.
  • Stir in Vanilla: Mix just until combined.
  • Bake: Pour batter into the pan and bake for 60–75 minutes.
  • Cool & Serve: Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

Notes

  • Use room temperature ingredients for a smooth batter.
  • Do not overmix the flour to avoid a dense cake.
  • Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temperature.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Southern

Nutrition

  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 38g
  • Sodium: 120mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Carbohydrates: 58g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 110mg

Keywords: Southern pound cake, traditional pound cake, homemade pound cake, butter pound cake