pound cake
"Pound cake" gets its name from the traditional recipe that calls for a pound each of four main ingredients: butter, eggs, flour, and sugar.
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Definition
B2Culinary
(common)A rich, dense cake traditionally made with equal parts of butter, eggs, flour, and sugar.
Example
- She baked a pound cake for the family gathering.
- The dense texture of the pound cake makes it perfect for soaking up fruit syrups.
B2Culinary
(common)A moist cake often baked in a loaf or bundt pan, sometimes flavored with ingredients like vanilla or lemon.
Example
- I love the lemon-flavored pound cake from that bakery.
- Pound cake can be served plain or with a variety of toppings.
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