This Eggless Condensed Milk Pound Cake is a soft, moist, and rich loaf cake made with simple pantry ingredients. Perfectly sweetened and slightly dense like a classic pound cake, it’s ideal for tea time or dessert. The recipe is easy, beginner-friendly, and can also be made dairy-free with simple swaps.
Prep Time: 10 minutesmins
Cook Time: 50 minutesmins
Total Time: 1 hourhr
Servings: 12
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Diet: Eggless, Vegetarian
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Ingredients
2 cups (240g)all-purpose flour
1½teaspoonbaking powder
¼teaspoonsalt
300gsweetened condensed milk
¾ cup + 2 tablespoon (210ml)milk
¼ cup (50g)granulated sugar
2teaspoonpure vanilla extract
½ cup (113g)unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease an 8-inch or 9-inch loaf pan, then line it with parchment paper with an overhang.
In a medium bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt. Whisk well and set aside.
In a large bowl, combine condensed milk, milk, sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined and smooth.
Add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and whisk until smooth, with no lumps; however, do not overmix. Add the melted butter to the batter and mix until it is well incorporated.
Pour batter into the prepared pan. Bake the cake for 45-55 minutes or until the top is nicely golden brown and the toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Let the cake cool in the pan for 30 minutes, then carefully remove it and cool completely on a wire rack before slicing.
Storing Suggestions
Store the Condensed Milk Pound Cake at room temperature in an airtight container for 2-3 days.
Refrigerate for up to 1 week.
Freeze slices for up to 2 months.
Notes
Measuring: Measure the ingredients accurately. Use a kitchen scale or the proper measuring cup method for the best results.
Use Room Temperature Ingredients: Ensure condensed milk and milk are not too cold. It helps create a smooth batter and even texture.
Do Not Overmix the Batter: Once you add the dry ingredients, mix gently until combined and smooth. Overmixing develops gluten, which can make the cake dense and tough.
Baking: Every oven is different, so start checking at 45 minutes. Insert a toothpick into the center; if it comes out clean, the cake is ready. If your pound cake top is browning too quickly, loosely cover it with aluminum foil and continue baking.
Let the Cake Cool Completely: Cooling allows the crumb to set properly. Cutting too early can make the cake crumbly or slightly sticky inside.