Description
This Southern Comfort Pound Cake is a classic, rich, and moist dessert infused with the warm flavors of Southern Comfort whiskey. Perfectly buttery with a tender crumb, this bundt cake is ideal for celebrations or an indulgent treat any day. The cake’s boozy undertone pairs wonderfully with a dusting of powdered sugar or a simple whiskey glaze.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 5 large eggs
- 1/2 cup Southern Comfort whiskey
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Optional Topping
- Powdered sugar or glaze for topping
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease and flour a 10-cup bundt or tube pan thoroughly to ensure the cake does not stick after baking.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together until the mixture becomes light and fluffy, which should take about 3 to 5 minutes. This step is key to a tender cake.
- Add Eggs: Add the eggs one at a time to the butter-sugar mixture, beating well after each addition to incorporate air and maintain the smooth texture.
- Combine Liquids: In a separate small bowl, whisk together the Southern Comfort whiskey, whole milk, and vanilla extract until well combined. This mixture adds moistness and the signature whiskey flavor.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, sift together all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt to ensure even distribution and to avoid lumps.
- Alternate Adding Dry and Liquid Mixtures: Add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture alternately with the liquid mixture, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix gently just until combined after each addition. Avoid overmixing to keep the cake tender.
- Pour and Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared bundt pan and smooth the top with a spatula. Bake in the preheated oven for 70 to 80 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool: Let the cake cool in the pan for 15 minutes after baking, then carefully turn it out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
- Add Topping: Once cooled, dust the cake with powdered sugar or drizzle with a simple glaze made from powdered sugar and Southern Comfort whiskey if desired.
Notes
- For a simple glaze, mix 1 cup powdered sugar with 2–3 tablespoons Southern Comfort whiskey until smooth.
- This cake tastes even better the next day as the flavors deepen and meld together.
- Store the cake wrapped tightly at room temperature for up to 3 days to maintain freshness.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern American
