Paula Deen Million Dollar Pound Cake Recipe
If you want a rich, buttery and classic Southern dessert, this Paula Deen Million Dollar Pound Cake Recipe is perfect.
Ingredients
- 1 pound 4 sticks butter, softened
- 3 cups granulated sugar
- 6 large eggs
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon almond extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Preheat Oven
- Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C). Grease and flour a Bundt pan.
Cream Butter & Sugar
- In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
Add Eggs
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
Add Dry Ingredients
- Gradually add flour and salt, alternating with milk. Mix gently.
Add Flavoring
- Stir in vanilla and almond extract.
Pour Batter
- Pour batter into prepared pan and smooth the top.
Bake Cake
- Bake for about 1 hour 30 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
Cool Cake
- Let cool in pan for 15 minutes, then remove and cool completely.
Notes
- Use room temperature ingredients for best results
- Do not overmix the batter
- Add lemon zest for a citrus twist
- Top with powdered sugar or glaze
- Serve with berries for freshness
- Use a loaf pan if needed
- Store properly to maintain moisture