This Easy Bundt Pound Cake is a timeless classic—rich, buttery, and perfectly dense with a soft, tender crumb. Made with simple ingredients, it’s the kind of cake that never goes out of style.
Perfect for tea time, dessert, or special occasions, this cake delivers a bakery-quality result with minimal effort.
📝 Ingredients
- 1 cup (230g) unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 cups (400g) granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs (room temperature)
- 3 cups (375g) all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup (240ml) whole milk
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
👨🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions (Detailed)
🔹 Step 1: Prepare Oven & Pan
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C)
- Grease and flour a bundt pan thoroughly
👉 Make sure every corner is coated to prevent sticking
🔹 Step 2: Cream Butter & Sugar (Key Step)
- Beat butter until smooth (1–2 minutes)
- Add sugar and beat for 4–5 minutes until:
- Light in color
- Fluffy texture
👉 This step creates a soft crumb
🔹 Step 3: Add Eggs
- Add eggs one at a time
- Mix well after each addition
👉 Ensures smooth batter
🔹 Step 4: Mix Dry Ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk together:
- Flour
- Baking powder
- Salt
🔹 Step 5: Combine Wet & Dry
- Add dry ingredients in 3 parts
- Add milk in 2 parts (alternating method)
👉 Start and end with dry ingredients
👉 Mix gently—do not overmix
🔹 Step 6: Add Vanilla
- Stir in vanilla extract
🔹 Step 7: Pour Batter
- Pour batter into bundt pan
- Smooth the top evenly
🔹 Step 8: Bake
- Bake for 50–60 minutes
- Toothpick should come out clean
🔹 Step 9: Cool
- Let cake cool in pan for 10–15 minutes
- Turn out onto a rack and cool completely
💡 Pro Tips
- Use room temperature ingredients
- Cream butter and sugar properly
- Do not overmix after adding flour
- Grease bundt pan very well
❓ FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
Why is my pound cake dry?
Overbaking or too much flour can cause dryness.
Why did my cake stick to the pan?
Pan was not greased properly.
Can I add flavors?
Yes! Add lemon zest, almond extract, or chocolate chips.
How do I store it?
Store at room temperature for 3–4 days.
Can I freeze pound cake?
Yes, freeze for up to 2 months.
⭐ Conclusion
This easy bundt pound cake recipe is rich, buttery, and incredibly simple to make. A perfect classic cake that everyone will love.