Irish pound cake is a dense, buttery, and moist cake that is perfect for serving with a cup of tea or coffee. It is a traditional Irish dessert that is easy to make and can be customized with different flavors such as lemon, vanilla, or almond.

Preparation time for Irish pound cake is approximately 15-20 minutes, and cooking time is approximately 1 hour. This recipe typically yields one 9-inch cake that serves 10-12 people.

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups unsalted butter, softened
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 4 large eggs, at room temperature
• 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup whole milk

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch bundt pan or loaf pan.
2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
4. Stir in the vanilla extract.
5. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk and stirring until just combined.
7. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth out the top with a spatula.
8. Bake for 1 hour, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
9. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes before removing it from the pan and transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
10. Slice and serve the cake on its own or with your favorite toppings, such as whipped cream, berries, or lemon glaze.