MOM'S FAMOUS POUND CAKE

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This is my dad's all time favorite cake-he wants it for his birthday, Father's day--any excuse will do! Another cake my relatives ask my mom to make for them in lieu of Christmas gifts! It is a family favorite!!

Provided by TGirl

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h35m

Yield 1 cake, 14-16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup butter, at room temperature--no substitute
1/2 cup shortening (i.e. crisco)
3 cups sugar
5 eggs
3 cups plain flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1 cup milk
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
1/2 teaspoon lemon flavoring

Steps:

  • Cream butter, shortening and sugar.
  • Add eggs one at a time, beating well.
  • Add baking powder,vanilla and lemon flavorings; mix well.
  • Add 1/3 of the flour and 1/3 of the milk; stir well.
  • Repeat until all the milk and flour are added and well combined.
  • Bake in prepared (greased/floured) tube pan at 350 degrees for 75 to 90 minutes, or until cake tester comes out clean when inserted in center of cake.

Mohamed Indorapter
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I found this recipe to be a bit bland. It needs more flavor.


Nalweyiso Rashidah
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This cake is a bit too sweet for my taste, but it's still a good recipe.


Seif Zain
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I've tried a lot of different pound cake recipes, but this one is my favorite. It's the perfect balance of moist and crumbly.


Md Ohidul
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This cake is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth it. It's so delicious and impressive-looking.


Ushna Ayaz
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I'm not a huge fan of pound cake, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so delicious and flavorful.


Moti Raj Dhakal
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This cake is so moist and fluffy. It's the perfect afternoon snack or dessert.


Hannah W
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I love the flavor of this cake. It's not too sweet and the almond extract gives it a nice subtle flavor.


Naveed khan khan
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This is a great basic pound cake recipe. It's simple to make and can be dressed up or down with different toppings and fillings.


Zac Cordes
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I've been making this cake for years and it's always a hit. It's the perfect dessert for any occasion.


D Jay wiz Mats
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This cake is so easy to make and it always turns out perfectly. I love that I can use my stand mixer to make it.


Mahfooz Mohammad
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I made this cake for my husband's birthday and he loved it! He said it was the best cake he's ever had.


Subhash Gurung
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I was a bit skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it! The cake turned out amazing.


Aliadnan Aliadnan
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This is the best pound cake I've ever had! It's so moist and flavorful, and the crust is perfectly golden brown.


Jennifer Thomas
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This is my go-to pound cake recipe. It's always a hit with my family and friends.


Hk Hridoy
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Perfect for any occasion! I've made this cake for birthdays, holidays, and even just because.


martins nwokedi
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This cake is so moist and flavorful! I love the hint of vanilla and almond extract.


Aiddah Machere
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I love this recipe because it's so easy to make. I always have the ingredients on hand and it's a great way to use up leftover buttermilk.


Seth Peabody
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Followed the recipe exactly and it came out delicious! The cake was moist and fluffy, with a lovely golden crust.


Abbas Jutt
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This pound cake is a classic for a reason! It's moist, flavorful, and has a perfect crumb. I've made it several times and it always turns out perfectly.


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