Million Dollar Pound Cake

Million Dollar Pound Cake

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Ingredients

6 large eggs
3/4 cup whole milk
2 cups unsalted butter, softened
3 cups granulated sugar
4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon almond extract (optional for extra flavor)

Glaze

1 cup powdered sugar
2-3 tablespoons milk or heavy cream
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

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Instructions

Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C). Grease and flour a Bundt pan or tube pan.

Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 3-5 minutes).

Add Eggs: Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.

Alternate Flour and Milk: Gradually add the flour and milk to the butter mixture, beginning and ending with flour. Mix until just combined.

Add Extracts: Stir in the vanilla and almond extracts.

Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Bake for 1 hour and 30 minutes to 1 hour and 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Cool: Let the cake cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes, then turn it out onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Make the Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk or cream, and vanilla extract until smooth. The glaze should be thick but pourable; add more milk if needed.

Glaze the Cake: Pour the glaze over the cooled cake, letting it drip down the sides. Allow it to set before slicing and serving.

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Enjoy your Million Dollar Pound Cake! It pairs wonderfully with a cup of coffee or tea.