Mile-High Pound Cake with Eagle Brand Sweetened Condensed Milk


 

🍰 This ultra-rich, buttery pound cake gets its incredible moisture and height from a secret ingredient: Eagle Brand Sweetened Condensed Milk! The result? A dense, velvety crumb, golden crust, and unforgettable sweetness that makes it the ultimate dessert for holidays, potlucks, or any special occasion.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

✅ Tall & impressive – Bakes up sky-high with a perfect dome.
🥛 Sweetened condensed milk magic – Adds richness without dryness.
🍯 Caramelized edges – A crisp, buttery crust you’ll crave.
🎉 Crowd-pleaser – Perfect plain, with fruit, or glazed!


Ingredients (Makes 1 Large Loaf)

For the Cake:

  • 1 ½ cups (3 sticks / 340g) unsalted butter, softened

  • 2 ½ cups (500g) granulated sugar

  • 1 (14 oz) can Eagle Brand Sweetened Condensed Milk

  • 6 large eggs, room temperature

  • 3 cups (360g) all-purpose flour

  • ½ tsp baking powder

  • ½ tsp salt

  • 2 tsp vanilla extract

For the Glaze (Optional):

  • 1 cup (120g) powdered sugar

  • 2-3 tbsp milk or lemon juice

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

(Optional: Add lemon zest or almond extract for flavor variation!)


Step-by-Step Instructions