Brown Sugar Pound Cake (Big Batch Recipe)

Introduction
This Brown Sugar Pound Cake is rich, buttery, and perfectly moist with a deep caramel flavor from the brown sugar. It’s a perfect make-ahead dessert for gatherings, holidays, or sharing with friends. This big-batch version yields several loaves that freeze beautifully and stay soft for days.

Ingredients

• 3 cups unsalted butter, softened
• 6 cups light brown sugar, packed
• 12 large eggs, at room temperature
• 8 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 cups whole milk
• 4 teaspoons pure vanilla extract

Optional Add-ins

• 2 cups chopped pecans or walnuts
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 cup buttermilk (for a richer flavor; replace 1 cup of milk with it)

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease and flour 6–8 medium loaf pans or use non-stick baking spray.
2. In a large bowl, cream butter and brown sugar together until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes.
3. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
4. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture alternately with milk, beginning and ending with the flour mixture. Mix until just combined.
6. Stir in vanilla extract (and nuts or cinnamon if using).
7. Divide the batter evenly among the prepared pans. Smooth the tops with a spatula.
8. Bake for 55–70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
9. Cool in the pans for 15 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.

Storage
Store at room temperature for up to 5 days, or freeze for up to 3 months. Wrap tightly in plastic wrap and aluminum foil before freezing.

Serving Suggestion
Serve plain, dusted with powdered sugar, or topped with a simple glaze made from powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract.

Benefits
This cake is rich in energy and makes an ideal treat for sharing. Its high butter content keeps it tender, while the brown sugar gives it a comforting caramelized flavor.

Conclusion
This Brown Sugar Pound Cake is timeless—simple to make, deeply flavorful, and perfect for big gatherings. It’s the kind of recipe that brings warmth and sweetness to any occasion.

Would you like me to add a vanilla glaze recipe to drizzle on top of the loaves?