Black People’s Pound Cake

This Black People’s Pound Cake is a rich, buttery, and ultra-moist Southern classic that has been passed down through generations. It’s made with simple, high-quality ingredients to create a dense yet tender cake with a golden crust and soft crumb. Perfect for holidays, Sunday dinners, or any special occasion, this cake is a true taste of home and heritage!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

✔️ Rich & Buttery Flavor – Made with real butter for the best taste.
✔️ Perfectly Moist & Tender – Sour cream keeps it soft and fluffy.
✔️ Simple, Classic Ingredients – No shortcuts, just real homemade goodness.
✔️ Great for Any Occasion – A staple at Black family gatherings, potlucks, and celebrations.

Ingredients for Black People’s Pound Cake

For the Cake:

  • Unsalted butter (softened) – 1 cup (2 sticks)
  • Granulated sugar – 3 cups
  • Large eggs – 6
  • All-purpose flour (or cake flour for extra softness) – 3 cups
  • Baking powder – ½ teaspoon
  • Salt – ½ teaspoon
  • Heavy cream or whole milk – ½ cup
  • Sour cream – ½ cup (makes it extra moist!)
  • Vanilla extract – 1 tablespoon
  • Lemon or almond extract (optional, for extra flavor) – 1 teaspoon

For the Glaze (Optional):

  • Powdered sugar – 1 cup
  • Milk or lemon juice – 2 tablespoons
  • Vanilla extract – ½ teaspoon

How to Make Black People’s Pound Cake

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