The hearty texture of whole-wheat make this classic pound cake extra special.
| Yield | |
|---|---|
| Source | Louise Bone, Florence, SC |
| Prep time | 2 hours |
| 1 1⁄2 | Cup | butter (3 sticks) |
| 3 | Cup | sugar |
| 8 | eggs (large) | |
| 2 1⁄2 | Teaspoon | vanilla |
| 1 1⁄2 | Teaspoon | lemon |
| 3 | Cup | whole-wheat flour (fork stirred) |
| 1 1⁄2 | Teaspoon | baking powder |
| 1 | Teaspoon | salt |
Combine butter and sugar. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Add vanilla and lemon flavorings. In a separate bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, and salt. Add to mixing bowl, 1 cup at a time, mixing well after each addition. Pour into a well-greased tube pan. Bake at 300° for 1½ hours. Cool slightly before removing from pan. Cool completely on rack.
This is our congregation’s all-time favorite.
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