A Sweet History
Ever wondered why it’s called pound cake? Hint: It's because of the ingredients.
The name pound cake comes from its original 18th-century recipe, which called for one pound each of butter, sugar, flour, and eggs. No measuring cups, no scales—just equal parts, easy to remember, and rich enough to feed the whole village.
This hearty formula made pound cake a staple in kitchens long before fancy cookbooks or precise baking tools. Though modern recipes often scale things down (for obvious reasons!), the name stuck — a sweet tribute to its deliciously heavy origins. Do you like pound cake? What’s your favorite cake flavor? Share it in the comments or post it in another thread!
