Best 5 Moist Cream Cheese Pound Cake Recipes

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Indulge in the delectable Moist Cream Cheese Pound Cake, a culinary masterpiece that tantalizes taste buds with its rich, velvety texture and symphony of flavors. This classic pound cake recipe is elevated with the addition of cream cheese, resulting in a moist and tender crumb that melts in your mouth. Experience the perfect balance of sweetness and tanginess as the cream cheese adds a luscious dimension to the classic pound cake batter. Whether you prefer a traditional plain cake or a decadent variation swirled with chocolate, lemon, or berries, this recipe offers endless possibilities to satisfy your cravings. Prepare to embark on a baking journey that yields an unforgettable Moist Cream Cheese Pound Cake, a delightful treat that will become a cherished favorite for any occasion.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CREAM CHEESE POUND CAKE III



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This is a heavy, dense, extremely good pound cake.

Provided by Nanci

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Pound Cake Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield 14

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
1 ½ cups butter
3 cups white sugar
6 eggs
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (160 degrees C) grease and flour a 10 inch tube pan.
  • In a large bowl, cream butter and cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar gradually and beat until fluffy.
  • Add eggs two at a time, beating well with each addition. Add the flour all at once and mix in. Add vanilla.
  • Pour into a 10 inch tube pan. Bake at 325 degrees F (160 degrees C) for 1 hour and 20 minutes. Check for doneness at 1 hour. A toothpick inserted into center of cake will come out clean.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 525.1 calories, Carbohydrate 63.9 g, Cholesterol 149.6 mg, Fat 27.7 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 6.9 g, SaturatedFat 16.7 g, Sodium 218 mg, Sugar 43.1 g

CREAM CHEESE POUND CAKE



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Fresh fruit and a dollop of whipped cream dress up this tender pound cake-a winner with my family and friends. -Richard Hogg, Anderson, South Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h40m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1-1/2 cups butter, softened
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
3 cups sugar
6 large eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 teaspoon lemon extract
3 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
Confectioners' sugar, sliced fresh strawberries and whipped cream, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream the butter, cream cheese and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in extracts. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; beat into creamed mixture until blended. , Pour into a greased and floured 10-in. fluted tube pan. Bake at 325° for 1-1/4 to 1-1/2 hours or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. , Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack to cool completely. Garnish with confectioners' sugar, strawberries and whipped cream if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 460 calories, Fat 24g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 140mg cholesterol, Sodium 239mg sodium, Carbohydrate 56g carbohydrate (38g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

MOIST CREAM CHEESE POUND CAKE



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Warm a slice of this cream cheese pound cake in the microwave for about 25 seconds. Then serve it with a scoop of butter pecan ice cream, fresh fruit or alone. -Betty Smith, Evans, Georgia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h45m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1-1/2 cups butter, softened
3 cups sugar
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
6 large eggs, room temperature
3 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
Optional: whipped cream, confectioners' sugar and assorted fresh fruit

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°. Grease and flour a 10-in. tube pan. In a large bowl, cream butter, sugar and cream cheese until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. In a small bowl, whisk flour and baking powder. Gradually beat into creamed mixture. Transfer to prepare pan. Bake until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean, 80-90 minutes. Cool in pan 10 minutes before removing to a wire rack to cool completely. Serve with desired toppings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 461 calories, Fat 24g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 130mg cholesterol, Sodium 224mg sodium, Carbohydrate 57g carbohydrate (38g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

AUNT PAULA'S CREAM CHEESE POUND CAKE



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Provided by Food Network

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 sticks margarine, softened
1 stick unsalted butter, softened, plus 2 Tbsp. for melting
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
3 cups sugar
dash of salt
2 tsp. pure vanilla extract
6 large eggs
3 cups cake flour
whipped cream, candied citrus peel and fresh mint for garnish
whipped cream, candied citrus peel and fresh mint for garnish
4 Tbsp. butter
1 cup heavy cream
8-ounce bar semi-sweet chocolate
3 bananas
1/2 cup sugar
2 Tbsp. (plus a dash) fortified wine

Steps:

  • Instructions for cake:
  • Preheat oven to 275 degrees. Grease and flour a 10-inch tube pan. Cream margarine, butter, and cream cheese, with sugar until fluffy and well combined. Add salt and vanilla, and mix well. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Add flour and mix well. Pour batter into pan. Place in a cold oven and bake at for 1 1/2 hours, or until done. Check doneness by inserting a toothpick in the center; if it comes out clean, it's ready. Cool in pan, then turn out and slice into half-inch-thick slices. Preheat grill pan to medium heat. Melt remaining 2 tablespoons butter and brush lightly on both sides of cake slices. Grill cake slices, turning once, until lightly grill-marked and slightly softened, about 2 minutes total.
  • Instructions for Bananas with Chocolate Sauce:
  • In a small saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons butter. Pour 1 cup heavy cream into another small saucepan and turn on the burner to medium-high. Scald the cream. Break up the semi-sweet chocolate bar into a medium mixing bowl. When the cream is hot, pour it over the chocolate and sets the bowl aside. In a large skillet, melt the other 2 tablespoons butter over medium-high heat. Peel 3 bananas, slice them and place in another mixing bowl. Add 1/2 cup sugar to the bananas, gently toss them and place them in the buttered skillet. When the bananas are golden-brown, add a dash of fortified wine and cook until it evaporates. Whisk the chocolate cream mixture until smooth, then add 2 tablespoons fortified wine, mixing well.
  • Assembly:
  • Put a cake slice on each dessert plate or parfait cup, top with a spoonful of the bananas, and then another cake slice and another spoonful of bananas. Drizzle the top of each dessert with the chocolate wine sauce.

THE MOST ULTIMATE BUTTERY CREAM CHEESE POUND CAKE



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This is the most ultimate rich dense buttery pound cake! no lein this cake but the eggs--- for best results this cake should be baked a day ahead and wrapped in plastic, or it can be frozen for up to 3 months, servings is of coarse estimated --- this is wonderful served with a blueberry or strawberry sauce :)

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h10m

Yield 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/2 cups butter, softened (no substitutions)
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
3 cups sugar
6 large eggs, room temp
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla (or use almond extract)
3 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Generously grease two 8 x 4-inch loaf pans or a 4-quart tube pan.
  • In a bowl cream the butter and cream cheese until smooth.
  • Add sugar; beat until light and fluffy, about 5-7 minutes (you MUST beat for at least 5 minutes this is an important step!).
  • Add the eggs one at a time beating well after each addition.
  • Mix in vanilla.
  • With mixer on low add the flour and salt in two additions.
  • Immediately pour in batter into prepared pan.
  • Tap pans to eliminate any large air bubbles in the batter.
  • Bake 60-75 minutes, or until cakes tests done.
  • Note: if the tops begin to brown too quickly tent loosely with foil.
  • Cool in pans for 10 minutes.
  • Turn out the cakes then cool completely with the tops up on a wire rack.
  • Note: if baking in a 4-qt tube pan increase baking time by about 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 459.5, Fat 24.1, SaturatedFat 14.3, Cholesterol 131.1, Sodium 515.7, Carbohydrate 56.1, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 38.1, Protein 5.8

Tips:

  • Use room temperature ingredients: This will help your cake batter mix together more smoothly and evenly.
  • Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy: This will incorporate air into the batter, making your cake lighter and more tender.
  • Gradually add the eggs one at a time: This will help prevent the batter from curdling.
  • Sift the dry ingredients together before adding them to the batter: This will help ensure that they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
  • Do not overmix the batter: Overmixing can make your cake tough.
  • Bake the cake in a preheated oven: This will help ensure that the cake bakes evenly.
  • Test the cake for doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center: If the toothpick comes out clean, the cake is done.

Conclusion:

Moist cream cheese pound cake is a delicious and classic dessert that is perfect for any occasion. By following the tips and using the recipe provided in this article, you can easily make a moist and delicious cream cheese pound cake that your family and friends will love. Enjoy!

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