There’s something truly special about a classic pound cake—rich, buttery, smooth, and comforting in every bite. But this Cream Cheese Pound Cake takes things to the next level. The addition of cream cheese and sour cream creates a cake that’s incredibly moist, perfectly dense, and full of nostalgic, old-fashioned flavor that tastes like it came straight from Grandma’s kitchen.
This is the kind of dessert that belongs on holiday tables, at Sunday dinners, potlucks, and cozy afternoons with a cup of coffee or tea. Simple ingredients, slow baking, and timeless flavor make this recipe a keeper.
Ingredients
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 4 sticks (2 cups) unsalted butter, softened
- 3 cups granulated sugar
- 7 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3½ cups cake flour
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C). Grease and flour a Bundt or tube pan thoroughly.
- In a large bowl, cream together the cream cheese, sour cream, butter, and sugar for about 7 minutes, until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the cake flour on low speed, mixing just until combined. Do not overmix.
- Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pan.
- Bake for 1 hour and 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Conclusion
This Cream Cheese Pound Cake is more than just a dessert—it’s a timeless classic that delivers comfort, nostalgia, and homemade goodness in every slice. With its rich buttery flavor, moist dense crumb, and beautiful golden crust, this cake is perfect for holidays, family gatherings, and special occasions—or simply when you’re craving a truly satisfying homemade treat.
The slow baking process ensures even cooking and a tender texture throughout, while the combination of butter, cream cheese, and sour cream creates a luxurious, melt-in-your-mouth experience that only improves with time. In fact, this pound cake tastes even better the next day as the flavors continue to deepen.
Enjoy it plain, dusted with powdered sugar, or dressed up with fresh berries, a drizzle of chocolate or glaze, or a dollop of whipped cream. If you love old-fashioned desserts, Southern baking, and classic pound cake recipes, this one is sure to become a staple in your kitchen.
Simple ingredients. Reliable results. A rich flavor that never goes out of style. 🍰✨
