Description
Mini Vanilla Pound Cakes are charming, individual-sized desserts that bring a delightful twist to the classic pound cake. With their moist and buttery texture infused with real vanilla extract, these mini treats are perfect for any occasion?whether you’re celebrating a birthday or enjoying a cozy afternoon tea. The recipe is quick and easy, allowing for simple customization; feel free to add chocolate chips, nuts, or citrus zest to elevate the flavor. Plus, they freeze beautifully, making it easy to prepare in advance and enjoy whenever a sweet craving strikes. Impress your guests or indulge yourself with these irresistibly delicious mini cakes that are sure to be a hit!
Ingredients
- Unsalted butter
- Granulated sugar
- Eggs
- All-purpose flour
- Baking powder
- Pure vanilla extract
- Whole milk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350?F (175?C) and grease a mini loaf pan.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour and baking powder; gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients, alternating with milk until just combined.
- Fill the mini loaf pans two-thirds full with batter and smooth the tops.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean; let cool on wire racks before serving.
Notes
For added flavor, mix in chocolate chips or nuts before baking.
Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days or freeze for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Classic
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 50mg