Ingredients

For the Cake

  • 1 1/2 cups (3 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 3 cups granulated sugar
  • 6 large eggs
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

For the Caramel Glaze

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven
    Preheat your oven to 325°F. Grease and flour a Bundt pan very well.
  2. Cream the butter and cream cheese
    In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and cream cheese together until smooth and creamy.
  3. Add the sugar
    Gradually add the granulated sugar and beat until the mixture is light and fluffy.
  4. Add the eggs
    Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  5. Mix in the dry ingredients
    In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the batter, mixing on low speed just until combined.
  6. Add vanilla
    Stir in the vanilla extract and mix until smooth. Do not overmix.
  7. Bake the cake
    Pour the batter into the prepared Bundt pan and smooth the top. Bake for 1 hour and 20 minutes to 1 hour and 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  8. Cool the cake
    Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 to 15 minutes, then carefully turn it out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. Make the caramel glaze
    In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Stir in the brown sugar and heavy cream. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring constantly, until smooth and slightly thickened. Remove from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
  10. Glaze the cake
    Let the glaze cool for a few minutes, then pour it over the cooled cake, allowing it to drip down the sides.

Tips for the Best Cream Cheese Pound Cake

  • Make sure all refrigerated ingredients are at room temperature before mixing.
  • Beat the butter, cream cheese, and sugar well for the best texture.
  • Avoid overmixing once the flour is added.
  • Let the cake cool fully before adding the glaze so it sets nicely on top.

Conclusion

This Cream Cheese Pound Cake with Caramel Glaze is rich, elegant, and full of classic homemade flavor. The soft, buttery crumb and silky caramel topping make it a dessert that always stands out on the table. Whether you serve it for guests or keep it for a sweet treat at home, this cake is one of those timeless recipes worth making again and again.