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Faux Grilled Cheese (Mini Pound Cake)

This Faux Grilled Cheese is a delightful twist on a classic! A mini pound cake with buttery goodness that will impress everyone.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake:
  • 1 cup cake flour plus 2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons
  • 1/8 teaspoon baking powder
  • a pinch salt
  • 1/3 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup sugar plus 3 tablespoons
  • 1 egg
  • 1 egg white
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 3/8 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons milk or heavy cream

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Rubber spatula
  • Loaf pan
  • Oven mitts

Method
 

Directions:
  1. Step 1: Preheat the Oven - Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). This ensures an even bake for your cake.
  2. Step 2: Prepare the Loaf Pan - Grease a mini loaf pan with butter or line it with parchment paper for easy removal later.
  3. Step 3: Combine Dry Ingredients - In a mixing bowl, whisk together the cake flour, baking powder, and a pinch of salt. Set this aside while you prepare the wet ingredients.
  4. Step 4: Cream the Butter and Sugar - In another bowl, use a hand mixer or stand mixer to cream together the softened butter and sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy. This process usually takes about 3-5 minutes.
  5. Step 5: Add Eggs and Flavorings - Beat in the egg and egg white until fully incorporated. Next, mix in the lemon zest and vanilla extract, ensuring everything is well combined.
  6. Step 6: Incorporate Dry Ingredients - Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk or cream. Start and end with the flour mixture, mixing just until combined to avoid overmixing.
  7. Step 7: Pour into the Pan - Pour the batter into the prepared mini loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
  8. Step 8: Bake the Pound Cake - Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. The top should be golden brown.
  9. Step 9: Cool the Cake - Once done, remove the mini pound cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • Wrap the cooled cake tightly to keep it fresh for up to 3 days at room temperature.
  • Freeze the cake wrapped for up to 2 months for longer storage.
  • Consider adding chocolate chips or nuts for extra flavor.