Apply a ‘crumb coat’ of cream all over the cake, ensuring any gaps are filled to give a smooth surface. Make sure there are no overhanging edges as this will affect the mirror glaze later.

Remove the cake from the tin, turn onto a cooling rack and leave to cool for 10 minutes. This will allow the steam to escape before you glaze the cake. Leave the oven turned on. Brush the cake ...

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Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out ...

From simple loaves to pretty bundts, it's hard to deny the universal appeal of a buttery, fine-crumbed, not-too-sweet pound cake.

then turn the cake out onto the rack and let it cool completely. 4. Make the Glaze: In a medium bowl, whisk all of the ingredients together until smooth. Using a skewer, poke deep holes all over ...

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