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Brown Butter Buttermilk Pound Cake: The Best Indulgent Recipe

Brown Butter Buttermilk Pound Cake

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A rich and moist pound cake made with brown butter and buttermilk, perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat until it turns brown and has a nutty aroma.
  3. In a large bowl, mix the brown butter and sugar until well combined.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  5. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with buttermilk.
  7. Stir in vanilla extract.
  8. Pour the batter into a greased loaf pan.
  9. Bake for 60-70 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  10. Let cool before serving.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, you can add lemon zest to the batter.

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