Ingredients
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 5 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Grease and flour a 10-inch bundt or tube pan.
- In a large bowl, combine all ingredients: butter, sugar, flour, eggs, milk, vanilla, baking powder, and salt.
- Mix on low speed for 30 seconds until just combined, then increase to medium speed and beat for 2–3 minutes until smooth and fluffy.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 1 hour to 1 hour 10 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for 10–15 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Notes
- Add lemon or almond extract for a flavor variation.
- Top with glaze, powdered sugar, or fresh berries for serving.
- Mix in chocolate chips or blueberries for a twist.
- Use cake flour for a lighter texture if desired.
- Grease and flour pan thoroughly to prevent sticking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
