Million Dollar Cream Cheese Pound Cake

This Million Dollar Cream Cheese Pound Cake is rich, buttery, and incredibly moist. The perfect classic dessert with a tender crumb and a hint of vanilla. Serve it plain or with fresh berries and whipped cream for a truly decadent treat.

Ingredients

3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
1 ½ cups unsalted butter, softened
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
3 cups granulated sugar
6 large eggs
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
½ teaspoon almond extract (optional)

Instructions

Preheat oven to 325°F. Grease and flour a bundt pan or tube pan.

In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.

In a large mixing bowl, beat butter and cream cheese until smooth and creamy.

Gradually add sugar, beating until light and fluffy.

Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract and almond extract if using.

Slowly add the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.

Pour batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.

Bake for 1 hour and 20-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Slice and enjoy this rich, buttery pound cake on its own or topped with fresh fruit and whipped cream.