Some cakes are timeless, and pound cake is one of them. But when you give it a boost of tangy buttermilk, a fragrant hit of vanilla, and a drizzle of silky cream cheese glaze, it transforms into something truly extraordinary. This Vanilla Buttermilk Pound Cake with Cream Cheese Glaze is tender, buttery, and moist with just the right balance of sweetness — a dessert you’ll want to bake again and again.
It’s the kind of cake that feels at home at a Sunday dinner table, a holiday gathering, or even sliced thick for breakfast alongside coffee.
Why This Pound Cake Is So Special
- Buttermilk magic → adds a subtle tang and ensures a tender crumb.
- Vanilla richness → enhances the buttery base with depth and warmth.
- Cream cheese glaze → creamy, sweet-tangy topping that soaks into every slice.
- Perfect texture → dense yet soft, with that classic pound cake richness.
This is pound cake upgraded to its most indulgent, comforting form.
Ingredients You’ll Need
For the Pound Cake:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 tbsp pure vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup buttermilk
For the Cream Cheese Glaze:
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 2–3 tbsp milk (to thin as needed)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract