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mini pound cakes

Mini Vanilla Pound Cakes with Cream Cheese Glaze

These mini vanilla pound cakes are incredibly moist, tender, and deliciously flavored with cream cheese. Topped with a simple cream cheese glaze, they're perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 9
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

For the Cakes
  • 2 large eggs eggs
  • 0.75 cup granulated sugar
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened Trader Joe's Soft Spreadable Light Cream Cheese works well
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 0.75 teaspoon baking powder
  • pinch salt optional, to taste
For the Glaze
  • 2 tablespoons cream cheese, softened
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 0.75 cup confectioners' sugar plus more if necessary for desired consistency

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease and flour two 5x3-inch mini loaf pans or spray with floured cooking spray. Set aside.
  2. In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment (or a large mixing bowl with a hand mixer), combine the eggs, granulated sugar, softened butter, softened cream cheese, and vanilla extract. Beat on medium-high speed until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes.
  3. Scrape down the sides of the bowl. Add the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt (if using). Mix on medium speed until just incorporated. Do not overmix.
  4. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared mini loaf pans. Bake for 45 to 50 minutes, or until the cakes are domed, golden brown, springy to the touch, and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Rotate the pans halfway through baking if necessary.
  5. Let the cakes cool in the pans for about 15 minutes before inverting them onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  6. While the cakes are cooling, prepare the glaze.
  7. In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, softened butter, vanilla extract, and confectioners' sugar. Beat on medium-high speed until the glaze is smooth and silky. Add more confectioners' sugar if needed to reach your desired consistency.
  8. Once the cakes are completely cooled, drizzle the glaze over the tops of the loaves or spread it on the interior of sliced cakes. The glaze can be stored airtight in the refrigerator for several weeks.

Nutrition

Serving: 200gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 120gProtein: 120gFat: 120gSaturated Fat: 120gPolyunsaturated Fat: 120gMonounsaturated Fat: 120gTrans Fat: 120gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 120gSugar: 120gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 120mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 120mg

Notes

These mini pound cakes are perfect for baking and sharing. They also freeze well, so you can enjoy them later. For an extra touch, consider adding a sprinkle of lemon zest to the cake batter.
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