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Buttermilk Sour Cream Pound Cake with Southern Caramel Icing

Buttermilk Sour Cream Pound Cake with Southern Caramel Icing
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Indulge in the delightful flavors of Buttermilk Sour Cream Pound Cake with Southern Caramel Icing—an exquisite dessert that perfectly balances moist texture with rich taste. This cake is elevated by the tanginess of buttermilk and sour cream, creating a tender crumb that’s simply irresistible. Topped with a luscious caramel icing, it’s an ideal choice for birthdays, family gatherings, or any occasion that calls for a sweet treat. Easy to make and visually stunning, this pound cake will surely impress your guests and leave them wanting more.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
  • 1 cup vegetable shortening
  • 3 cups granulated sugar
  • 5 large eggs (room temperature)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup full-fat buttermilk (room temperature)
  • 1 cup full-fat sour cream (room temperature)
  • 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 stick (1/2 cup) unsalted butter (for icing)
  • 1 cup packed light brown sugar (for icing)
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream (or evaporated milk) (for icing)
  • Pinch of salt (for icing)
  • 1 to 2 cups powdered sugar (sifted) (for icing)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for icing)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C) and grease a bundt pan.
  2. In a mixing bowl, beat together butter, shortening, and sugar until fluffy.
  3. Add eggs one at a time, ensuring proper incorporation.
  4. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, and salt together.
  5. Mix buttermilk, sour cream, and vanilla in a separate bowl.
  6. Gradually combine dry and wet ingredients without overmixing.
  7. Pour batter into the prepared bundt pan and bake for 60-75 minutes until done.
  8. Cool in the pan for 15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  9. For icing, melt butter and brown sugar in a saucepan; add cream and salt, then bring to a gentle boil.
  10. Remove from heat, mix in vanilla extract and powdered sugar until smooth; pour over cooled cake.

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