Bread Machine Pound Cake

Bread Machine Pound Cake

12 servings
This bread machine pound cake recipe creates a delicious & buttery pound cake. It is made with simple ingredients such as butter, eggs, sugar & flour. Please visit Bread Dad (BreadDad.com) for more easy bread machine recipes.

Ingredients

  • eggs - large eggs. not extra large or jumbo eggs.)

    (lightly beaten

    2
  • milk

    warm

    ½ c
  • unsalted butter.)

    - 115 grams - soften the butter (e.g. semi-melt the butter in your microwave

    8 tbsp
  • all purpose flour

    - 240 grams

    2 c
  • white granulated sugar

    - 200 grams

    1 c
  • vanilla extract

    - 15 milliliters

    1 tbsp
  • baking powder
    3 tsp
  • salt

    - 3 grams

    ½ tsp

Directions

  1. 1

    Bread Machine Settings - Light Color, 2 lbs, Cake/Quick Bread

  2. 2

    Unplug your bread machine and remove the bread pan from the bread machine.

  3. 3

    Soften the butter in the microwave.

  4. 4

    Lightly beat the eggs.

  5. 5

    Add the eggs, milk & butter into the bread pan and then add the rest of the ingredients (except the confectioners sugar). FYI - You should consider premixing the ingredients before adding the batter to the bread pan. This helps to prevent flour from sticking to the sides of the bread pan and/or finding small flour "clumps" in the finished cake. See the tips section below for more info.

  6. 6

    Put the bread pan back into the bread machine, close the bread machine lid and then plug in the bread machine.

  7. 7

    Enter the correct bread machine settings (Cake/Quick Bread, Light Color, 2 lb.) and press the start button. FYI - Before making this recipe, please read the tips section below for more information regarding the cake & sweet "quick bread" setting. The setting may be called "quick bread", "quick bread/cake", "cake", etc. This setting lasts for roughly 1:40-1:50 hours (and you will see this time in your machine's electronic display panel). However, some manufacturers use the "quick bread" setting name for rapid sandwich-type breads that use yeast (and not for cake & quick bread recipes that use baking powder/soda). This "quick bread" sandwich bread setting lasts for only 50-60 minutes (which is not long enough for a cake recipe and your cake will be undercooked!!). This setting can be very confusing... but the tips section below will help you to find the right setting to use on your machine. You need to enter the correct cake setting used by your SPECIFIC bread machine model or the cake could be under or overcooked. Do not use any settings designed for yeast-based recipes (see your manual).

  8. 8

    When the bread machine has finished baking the cake, unplug the bread machine, remove the bread pan and place it on a wooden cutting board. Use oven mitts when removing the bread pan because it will be very hot!

  9. 9

    After removing the bread pan from the bread machine, you should let the cake stay within the warm bread pan on a wooden cutting board for 10 minutes (as this finishes the baking process) before you remove the cake from the bread pan. Wear oven mitts.

  10. 10

    After the 10 minute "cooldown", you should remove the cake from the bread pan and place the cake on a wire cooling rack to finish cooling. Use oven mitts when removing the bread.

  11. 11

    You should allow the cake to completely cool before cutting. This can take up to 1-2 hours. Otherwise, the cake will break (crumble) more easily when cut.

  12. 12

    Optional - After the cake has cooled, sprinkle some powdered confectioners sugar on the top of the cake.

  13. 13

    Please read the tips section in order to maximize the success of this bread machine recipe.

Bread Machine Pound Cake

Bread Machine Pound Cake

110 min12 servings364 cal

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About this Recipe

Craving a classic, buttery pound cake without the fuss? This bread machine pound cake recipe takes the effort out of baking, letting your bread maker do the heavy lifting to deliver a delicious dessert every time. It's the perfect solution for busy bakers who love homemade goodness.

Why This Recipe Works

This recipe shines by harnessing the convenience of your bread machine. With simple, straightforward ingredients like butter, eggs, sugar, and flour, you'll achieve a consistently moist and tender crumb that's deeply satisfying. The bread machine handles the mixing and baking, ensuring a hands-off approach to a notoriously rich and flavorful cake.

What to Expect

Prepare for a wonderfully dense yet tender pound cake, rich with the classic flavors of butter and vanilla. Each slice offers a melt-in-your-mouth texture that is both comforting and indulgent. Despite its sophisticated taste, the process is incredibly simple, making it accessible for any home cook. This recipe yields 12 generous servings, perfect for sharing.

Customization & Variations

Feel free to experiment with different extracts to slightly alter the flavor profile; swap the vanilla extract for almond or lemon extract for a delightful twist. For an extra touch, you could serve slices with fresh berries or a light dusting of powdered sugar. A simple fruit compote also pairs beautifully with the rich cake.

Serving & Context

This bread machine pound cake is an ideal dessert for family gatherings, potlucks, or simply a comforting treat with your afternoon coffee or tea. Serve it as is, or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a truly decadent experience.

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