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Pound Cake Vs Shortcake: Finally Understand The Difference Between These Treats By Lindsey Reynolds Dec. 12, 2025 2:00 pm EST

If you're a fan of the " Great British Baking Show " or hang out at Southern baby showers, it's likely you've encountered both shortcake and pound cake. It's easy to confuse them, as both are buttery, sweet, and often served with a seasonal fruit and whipped cream. But despite their similarities, the two desserts are more like buttery cousins rather than sweet siblings. Let's take a dive into the mixing bowl to see how they differ.

It's a common misconception that the name "pound cake" meant that the finished product actually weighed one pound. Close, but not quite. Pound cake gets its name from its original recipe : one pound each of f

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