Ingredients
For the Pound Cake:
- 3 cups all-purpose flour (sifted)
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup butter-flavored shortening (or use more butter)
- 3 cups granulated sugar
- 5 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 cup full-fat sour cream
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon almond extract (optional)
For the Glaze:
- 2½ cups powdered sugar
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 4–5 tablespoons heavy cream or milk
- 1½ teaspoons vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Optional: white chocolate curls or shredded coconut for garnish
