I know it is the middle off summer, and you are probably not thinking of pound cake. I mean, why would you? Pound cake is a dense cake that contains butter, sugar, and all things good in life. Well, now you are thinking of pound cake, right? I know summer time is usually associated with beach bodies and fitness, but pound cake is a year round cake. It is perfect for any occasion, and it’s pretty darn easy to make.

My maternal grandmother is one of the best cooks I know, and while she didn’t give me this recipe it reminds me of her cooking. It is warm, comforting, and cozy just like her cooking. 

YIELD: 1 loaf PREP TIME: 15 minutes

BAKE TIME: 60 minutes TOTAL TIME: 75 minutes

INGREDIENTS:

• 2/3 cup butter, softened
• 1 cup sugar
• 2 eggs
• 1-1/3 cup flour
• 3 tablespoon & 1-3/4 tsp milk
• Optional: sprinkle of powderd sugar 

DIRECTIONS:

1. Preheat oven 350 degrees and line and grease loaf pan.
2. Cream together butter and sugar.
3. Add eggs one at a time until blended.
4. Next alternately add flour and milk.
5. Place mixture in loaf pan and bake until the center has set.
6. Once cake is done baking use a butter knife around the cake.
7. Allow to cool for 10 minutes and then flip out of pan. 
8. Sprinkle with powdered sugar when you’re ready serve, enjoy.

NOTES:

• You can double the recipe if needed. 
• I do not recommend using margarine as a substitute because butter is a main component for flavor. 

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How is your summer so far? 

Happy baking! ❤️