How to Make Barbara's Golden Pound Cake - A Step-by-Step Guide

Barbara's Golden Pound Cake is a classic dessert that has been a staple in many households for generations. This rich and buttery cake is the perfect treat for any occasion, from a simple afternoon tea to a special celebration. The recipe for this mouthwatering pound cake has been passed down through the years, and it continues to be a favorite among bakers and dessert lovers alike.

What sets Barbara's Golden Pound Cake apart from other recipes is its perfect balance of ingredients a...

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup butter
  • ½ cup shortening
  • 3 cups white sugar
  • 6 eggs
  • 1 tablespoon lemon extract
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 ½ cups confectioners' sugar
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 30 mins
  • Servings: 14
  • Yield: 1 to 10 - inch bundt pan

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 10 inch Bundt pan.
  • In a large bowl, cream together the butter, shortening and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating very well after each. Stir in the lemon extract and vanilla. Beat in the flour alternately with the milk, mixing just until incorporated.
  • Pour batter into prepared pan. Bake in the preheated oven for 60 to 75 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Allow to cool, then drizzle with lemon glaze.
  • To make the lemon glaze: Put the confectioners' sugar into a small bowl. Mix in lemon juice, a teaspoon at a time, until desired drizzling consistency is achieved.
  • Nutrition

    538 cal.

    • Total Fat: 23g
    • Saturated Fat: 11g
    • Cholesterol: 116mg
    • Sodium: 131mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 77g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 57g
    • Protein: 6g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 40mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 92mg