Ingredients
1 ½ cups (3 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
3 cups granulated sugar
6 large eggs, room temperature
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Preheat and Prepare: Start by preheating your oven to 325°F (165°C). Grease and flour a 10-inch bundt or tube pan.
Cream Butter and Cream Cheese: In a large bowl, beat the butter and cream cheese on medium speed until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
Add Sugar: Gradually add the sugar, beating continuously for about 5 minutes until the mixture is light and fluffy.
Add Eggs: Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
Mix Dry Ingredients: Sift together the flour and salt in a separate bowl, then gradually add this mixture to the batter, beating on low speed until just combined.
Add Vanilla: Stir in the vanilla extract to add a hint of sweetness.
Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 1 hour and 15 minutes. Check if it’s done by inserting a toothpick in the center; it should come out clean.
Cool: Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes, then turn it out onto a wire rack to cool completely.