Classic Vanilla Pound Cake

Classic Vanilla Pound Cake recipe videos

Classic Vanilla Pound Cake is a rich, dense, and buttery cake traditionally made with equal parts flour, butter, eggs, and sugar, flavored with vanilla. Originating from 18th-century England, it was originally called 'pound cake' because the recipe called for a pound each of its four main ingredients.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This cake is very high in fat and carbohydrates, providing a significant amount of energy, with a rough estimate of 350-450 calories per slice. It offers some protein from the eggs but is primarily a source of quick energy from sugars and fats.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	320 kcal
Protein	4.5 g
Carbs	42 g
Fat	16 g
Fiber	0.5 g
Sugar	22 g
Sodium	280 mg
Calcium	45 mg
Iron	1.2 mg
Potassium	90 mg
Vitamin A	150 IU
Vitamin D	0.4 mcg
Vitamin B12	0.1 mcg
Cholesterol	55 mg
Phosphorus	50 mg

Per 1 slice (80 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, the pound cake is a testament to the simplicity and richness of traditional baking, often associated with home cooking and comfort. Its unique 'pound' measurement system reflects a time before standardized measuring cups, making it a historical artifact in culinary form.