Delicious Irish Cream Pound Cake

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Delicious Irish Cream Pound Cake.

1. Step 1

   Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). While the oven warms up, take a moment to grease and flour a tube pan, ensuring it’s ready for your batter.

2. Step 2

   In a large mixing bowl, combine the butter and softened cream cheese. Using an electric mixer, beat them together until the mixture is light and fluffy. This step is crucial as it creates the base for your cake, so take your time!

3. Step 3

   Once your butter and cream cheese are well combined, gradually add in the sugar. Continue mixing until the mixture becomes noticeably lighter in color and well blended.

4. Step 4

   Now, it’s time to add the eggs. Incorporate them one at a time, allowing each egg to fully blend into the mixture before adding the next. This will help achieve a smooth batter.

5. Step 5

   With the last egg, mix in the 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour. This will help stabilize the batter. Then, gently stir in the remaining 2 cups of self-rising flour until just combined. Be careful not to overmix!

6. Step 6

   Next, add in the ground mace, vanilla extract, and Irish whiskey. Stir until everything is well incorporated, and you can almost smell the delightful aroma of the whiskey and vanilla!

7. Step 7

   Pour the batter into your prepared tube pan, smoothing the top with a spatula. It’s time to bake! Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for about 1 hour, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

8. Step 8

   Once baked, allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. This will make it easier to remove. After that, carefully transfer the cake to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy the delightful scent wafting through your kitchen!