Here’s a complete, detailed recipe for Caramel Cream Cheese Pound Cake — a rich, moist, and decadent dessert that blends buttery pound cake with cream cheese and a luscious caramel glaze.

🍮 Caramel Cream Cheese Pound Cake Recipe

Ingredients

For the Pound Cake:

• 1 ½ cups (340 g) unsalted butter, softened
• 1 (8 oz / 225 g) block cream cheese, softened
• 3 cups (600 g) granulated sugar
• 6 large eggs, room temperature
• 3 cups (360 g) all-purpose flour, sifted
• ¼ teaspoon baking powder
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• ½ cup (120 ml) whole milk

For the Caramel Glaze:

• ½ cup (1 stick / 115 g) unsalted butter
• 1 cup (220 g) light brown sugar, packed
• ⅓ cup (80 ml) heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Pinch of sea salt (optional, for salted caramel flavor)

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Pan

1. Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C).
2. Grease and flour a 10-inch bundt pan (or tube pan).
3. Tap out any excess flour.

Step 2: Cream Butter, Cream Cheese & Sugar

1. In a large mixing bowl, beat butter and cream cheese until smooth and fluffy.
2. Gradually add the sugar, beating on medium speed until light and creamy (about 4–5 minutes).

Step 3: Add Eggs & Vanilla

1. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
2. Stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 4: Mix Dry Ingredients

1. In a separate bowl, whisk together:
   • Flour
   • Baking powder
   • Salt

Step 5: Combine Batter

1. Add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture in three parts, alternating with milk.
2. Mix gently until just combined — do not overmix.

Step 6: Bake the Cake

1. Pour batter evenly into the prepared bundt pan.
2. Bake for 70–80 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
3. Cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then invert onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 7: Prepare the Caramel Glaze

1. In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter.
2. Stir in brown sugar and cook until it dissolves and begins to bubble (about 2 minutes).
3. Slowly whisk in heavy cream, stirring constantly until smooth.
4. Remove from heat, stir in vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt if desired.
5. Let cool slightly until it thickens but is still pourable.

Step 8: Glaze the Cake

1. Place cooled cake on a serving platter.
2. Pour the warm caramel glaze generously over the top, letting it drip down the sides.
3. Allow glaze to set slightly before slicing.

Serving Suggestions 🍰

• Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.
• Sprinkle with chopped pecans or walnuts for added crunch.
• Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for longer freshness.

✨ Result: A rich, buttery pound cake with cream cheese for extra tenderness, finished with a glossy caramel glaze that makes every bite melt in your mouth.

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