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