How to Make the Best Classic Old Fashioned Pound Cake

This is the Best Classic Old Fashioned Pound Cake and it will knock your socks off. It’s so moist and tender and a generous drizzle of chocolate ganache takes it over the top.

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This buttery cake is great any time of year or for whenever you have that itch for something sweet.

INGREDIENTS

– unsalted butter – sugar – eggs – all-purpose flour – baking powder – buttermilk – semi sweet chocolate chips Full Ingredients

Using an electric mixer, cream the butter and sugar together until fluffy.

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Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.

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In a separate large bowl, add the dry ingredients of flour, baking powder and salt and sift together.

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