APRICOT BRANDY POUND CAKE



APRICOT BRANDY POUND CAKE


Moist, Buttery & Boozy Delight

If you love classic pound cake but want a sophisticated twist, this Apricot Brandy Pound Cake is for you. Rich, buttery, and infused with sweet apricot preserves and a splash of brandy, it’s the perfect dessert for holidays, brunch, or gifting. The golden Bundt cake has a tender crumb, aromatic fruitiness, and a subtle boozy finish that makes every bite unforgettable.


Why You’ll Love This Cake

  • Moist, tender crumb with buttery richness

  • Sweet apricot flavor perfectly balanced by brandy

  • Elegant presentation in a Bundt pan

  • Perfect for gifting or entertaining

  • Easy enough for home bakers of all levels


Ingredients

Cake

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour

  • 1 tsp baking powder

  • ½ tsp salt

  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened

  • 2½ cups granulated sugar

  • 6 large eggs, room temperature

  • ½ cup whole milk, room temperature

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

  • ¼ cup apricot brandy

  • ½ cup apricot preserves

Optional Glaze

  • ½ cup apricot preserves

  • 2 tbsp apricot brandy


How to Make Apricot Brandy Pound Cake

1. Prep the Pan & Oven

Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Grease and flour a 10–12 cup Bundt pan or line with non-stick spray. Set aside.

2. Mix Dry Ingredients

In a medium bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

3. Cream Butter & Sugar

In a large bowl, cream softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 4–5 minutes).

4. Add Eggs

Beat in eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated.

5. Add Flavorings

Mix in vanilla extract, apricot brandy, and apricot preserves until smooth.

6. Combine Dry & Wet Ingredients

Alternate adding the flour mixture and milk, starting and ending with flour. Mix just until combined to avoid overworking the batter.

7. Bake the Cake

Pour batter into prepared Bundt pan and smooth the top.
Bake 75–85 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

8. Cool & Glaze

Let the cake cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then invert onto a wire rack. For an optional glaze, gently heat apricot preserves and brandy, then brush over the cooled cake.


Expert Tips for Perfect Pound Cake

  • Use room-temperature eggs, milk, and butter for smooth batter and even baking.

  • Do not overmix once flour is added to keep the crumb tender.

  • Tent with foil if the cake browns too quickly.

  • For a clean release, brush pan with melted butter and dust with flour or use non-stick baking spray.


Flavor Variations

  • Orange-Apricot: Add 1 tbsp orange zest and 1 tsp orange juice to the batter.

  • Almond Apricot Cake: Replace vanilla with ½ tsp almond extract; sprinkle sliced almonds on top.

  • Chocolate Apricot: Fold ½ cup mini chocolate chips into batter before baking.


Serving Suggestions

  • Slice and serve with whipped cream or fresh berries.

  • Pair with tea, coffee, or a glass of brandy for extra indulgence.

  • Great as a holiday centerpiece or elegant dessert platter.


Storage & Shelf Life

  • Room Temperature: Store covered for 4–5 days.

  • Refrigerator: Up to 7 days, wrapped to prevent drying.

  • Freezer: Wrap tightly and freeze up to 3 months; thaw overnight.


FAQs

Can I use regular apricot jam instead of preserves?
Yes, but preserves provide more fruit texture and slightly thicker flavor.

Can I skip the brandy?
Yes, but you can replace it with apricot juice or water—though the cake will be less aromatic.

Can I bake this in a loaf pan?
Absolutely. Bake at 350°F for 60–70 minutes, checking doneness with a toothpick.


Final Thoughts

This Apricot Brandy Pound Cake elevates the classic pound cake with luxurious fruit and spirit flavors, making it perfect for gifting, brunch, or a holiday dessert table. Easy to make, stunning to serve, and impossible to resist—every bite is a little indulgence.

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A nice pound cake recipe to try !
Pound Cake Recipe INGREDIENTS
  • 1 cup butter, almost room temperature
  • 3 cups granulated sugar
  • 6 eggs
  • 3 cups all purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup sour cream or yogurt
  • 1/2 teaspoon rum flavoring
  • 1 teaspoon orange extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon lemon extract
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup apricot brandy
  • shortening for pan, flour for dusting

Pound Cake Recipe INSTRUCTIONS
Preheat oven to 325°F.

Using a shortening such as Crisco, grease a Bundt cake pan or tube pan well. Dust lightly with flour and tap out any excess.

Remove butter from refrigerato


r 15-20 minutes before making cake; it should not be greasy, but should be slightly softened.

Cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.

Sift flour, then measure 3 cups flour after sifted. Sift flour again (2 more times) with baking soda and salt.

Combine sour cream or yogurt with brandy and flavorings. Add dry ingredients alternately with creamed butter mixture, beginning and ending with sifted flour mixture.

Transfer batter to prepared pan; smooth top of cake with spatula, spreading evenly with the back of a large spoon or spatula that has been dipped in warm water.

Bake at 325°F for about 70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in center of cake comes out clean...and the pound cake recipe is ready..enjoy it !
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FAST POUND CAKE




FAST POUND CAKE
RECIPE

When you’re craving a homemade dessert but short on time, this fast pound cake recipe is the answer. It skips complicated steps while still delivering a buttery, moist crumb and classic pound cake flavor. Perfect for last-minute guests, busy weeknights, or beginner bakers.


Why This Is the Best Fast Pound Cake

  • Ready for the oven in 10 minutes

  • Uses simple pantry ingredients

  • No separating eggs, no fancy techniques

  • Bakes up rich, soft, and sliceable


Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour

  • 1½ teaspoons baking powder

  • ½ teaspoon salt

  • 1 cup granulated sugar

  • ½ cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled

  • 3 large eggs

  • ¾ cup milk (or buttermilk for extra moisture)

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract


How to Make Fast Pound Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf pan or small Bundt pan.

  2. In a bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.

  3. Add melted butter, eggs, milk, and vanilla.

  4. Mix just until smooth—do not overmix.

  5. Pour batter into prepared pan.

  6. Bake 45–55 minutes, until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.

  7. Cool 10 minutes in pan, then transfer to a wire rack.


Optional 2-Minute Glaze

  • ½ cup powdered sugar

  • 1–2 tablespoons milk

  • Splash of vanilla

Whisk and drizzle over warm or cooled cake.


Pro Tips for Speed & Success

  • Melt butter in the microwave to save time.

  • Use one bowl to minimize cleanup.

  • For faster cooling, remove cake from pan after 10 minutes.

  • Line the pan with parchment for easy removal.


Quick Flavor Variations

  • Lemon Fast Pound Cake: Add 1 tablespoon lemon zest + 1 tablespoon juice

  • Vanilla Almond: Replace vanilla with almond extract

  • Chocolate Chip: Fold in ¾ cup mini chocolate chips

  • Cinnamon Sugar: Sprinkle cinnamon sugar on top before baking


Serving Ideas

  • Dust with powdered sugar for a classic look

  • Serve with fresh berries 🍓

  • Pair with coffee or tea ☕

  • Toast slices lightly and butter them


Storage

  • Room temperature: 3–4 days, covered

  • Refrigerator: up to 6 days

  • Freezer: up to 2 months, tightly wrapped


Final Thoughts

This fast pound cake recipe proves you don’t need hours to make a homemade classic. It’s simple, dependable, and endlessly customizable—perfect for when time is short but cravings are real.

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INGREDIENTS
  • 1 box Pillsbury pudding cake mix
  • 1 cup plain flour
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup sweet milk
  • 4 eggs
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 1/2 tsp each vanilla, butter, almond
  • lemon extract
INSTRUCTIONS
Put all in large bowl of mixer. 
Beat 2 minutes, pour into prepared pound cake pan. 
Bake 350 degrees for 1 hour and 10 minutes or till test done. 
Cool 5 minutes in pan, then ice if desired.
The pound cake recipe is ready to serves 16 great persons....nice one !
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CINNAMON POUND CAKE


CINNAMON POUND CAKE


Warm, fragrant, and irresistibly moist, cinnamon pound cake is the kind of dessert that fills your kitchen with the smell of comfort. This bakery-style Bundt cake has a tender crumb, rich butter flavor, and a sweet cinnamon swirl that makes every slice unforgettable. Perfect for holidays, brunch, or cozy afternoons with coffee.


Why This Cinnamon Pound Cake Works

  • Moist, dense crumb without being heavy

  • Cinnamon swirl in every bite

  • Simple pantry ingredients

  • Ideal for Bundt pans or loaf pans


Ingredients

Pound Cake Batter

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour

  • ½ teaspoon baking powder

  • ½ teaspoon salt

  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened

  • 2¾ cups granulated sugar

  • 6 large eggs, room temperature

  • 1 cup whole milk, room temperature

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Cinnamon Swirl

  • ⅓ cup brown sugar

  • 1½ tablespoons ground cinnamon

  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour


How to Make Cinnamon Pound Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Grease and flour a 10–12 cup Bundt pan.

  2. Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.

  3. Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy (4–5 minutes).

  4. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each.

  5. Mix in vanilla extract.

  6. Alternate flour mixture and milk, beginning and ending with flour. Mix just until combined.

  7. In a small bowl, combine cinnamon swirl ingredients.

  8. Layer batter and cinnamon sugar into the Bundt pan, swirling gently with a knife.

  9. Bake 75–85 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.

  10. Cool in pan 15 minutes, then invert and cool completely.


Cinnamon Glaze (Optional but Recommended)

  • 1 cup powdered sugar

  • 2 tablespoons milk

  • ½ teaspoon cinnamon

  • ½ teaspoon vanilla

Whisk until smooth and drizzle over cooled cake.


Expert Baking Tips

  • Use room-temperature ingredients for even baking.

  • Don’t over-swirl or the cinnamon layer will disappear.

  • Tent loosely with foil if the cake browns too quickly.

  • Let the cake cool fully before glazing for clean drips.


Flavor Variations

  • Cinnamon Roll Pound Cake: Add a cream cheese glaze instead of vanilla.

  • Apple Cinnamon Pound Cake: Fold in 1½ cups finely diced apples.

  • Cinnamon Streusel Pound Cake: Top with buttered crumb streusel before baking.

  • Pumpkin Cinnamon Pound Cake: Replace ½ cup milk with pumpkin purée.


Serving Ideas

  • Serve warm with coffee or chai tea

  • Top with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream

  • Dust with powdered sugar for a rustic finish


Storage & Freezing

  • Store covered at room temperature for 4 days

  • Refrigerate up to 7 days

  • Freeze slices or whole cake up to 3 months


Final Note

This cinnamon pound cake recipe is cozy, classic, and guaranteed to impress. It’s the perfect twist on a traditional pound cake—simple enough for everyday baking, special enough for holidays.

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A great pound cake recipe to try !
INGREDIENTS
Filling/Topping:
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1/8 cup cinnamon
Cake:
  • 3 cups sifted all purpose flour
  • 3 tsp. baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 1 cup butter
  • 1 2/3 cups sugar
  • 1 1/2 tsp. vanilla
  • 4 eggs
  • 1 cup milk
INSTRUCTIONS
Preheat oven to 350°F.

Grease and lightly dust with flour a 10 inch tube or Bundt pan. 
To make topping, combine 1/4 cup white granulated sugar with 1/8 cup of cinnamon. 
Mix well until no streaks remain. Set aside.
Sift together flour, baking powder and salt; set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together butter and 1 2/3 cups sugar on medium-high speed until light and fluffy. 
Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition until light and fluffy.
Stir vanilla into milk.
Alternately add 1/3 flour mixture, 1/2 the milk mixture, and repeat until all ingredients are in batter. Once the flour is in, do not overmix or the cake will become tough and be muffin-like.
Put a layer of dough (half of the batter) into the cake pan. 
Sprinkle evenly with half of the cinnamon filling mixture (on top of the batter). 
Do not stir in. Cover with remaining batter, then sprinkle remaining cinnamon mixture over the second batter layer.
Bake pound cake for about 1 hour, or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean and center is set (springs back when lightly touched).

Transfer pound cake to wire rack to cool. 
Pound Cake must be thoroughly cooled before cutting. 
The pound cake recipe cinnamon is ready to serve 10-12 persons...delicious ! 
Enjoy the pound cake !
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BUNDT POUND CAKE RECIPE


BUNDT POUND CAKE RECIPE


Few desserts are as timeless—or as crowd-pleasing—as a classic Bundt pound cake. With its dense yet tender crumb, golden crust, and buttery vanilla flavor, this cake is elegant enough for celebrations and simple enough for everyday baking. Whether served plain, glazed, or topped with fresh fruit, this recipe delivers bakery-quality results every time.


Why You’ll Love This Bundt Pound Cake

  • Ultra-buttery, moist texture that slices cleanly

  • No-fail method using pantry staples

  • Versatile base for lemon, almond, or cream cheese variations

  • Perfect for gifting, brunch, or holidays


Ingredients

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour

  • ½ teaspoon baking powder

  • ½ teaspoon salt

  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened

  • 3 cups granulated sugar

  • 6 large eggs, room temperature

  • 1 cup whole milk, room temperature

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract


How to Make a Bundt Pound Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Generously grease and flour a 10–12 cup Bundt pan.

  2. Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl.

  3. Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 4–5 minutes.

  4. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.

  5. Mix in vanilla.

  6. Alternate flour and milk, beginning and ending with flour. Mix just until combined.

  7. Pour batter into prepared pan; smooth the top.

  8. Bake 75–85 minutes, until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.

  9. Cool in pan 15 minutes, then invert onto a wire rack to cool completely.


Simple Vanilla Glaze (Optional)

  • 1 cup powdered sugar

  • 2–3 tablespoons milk

  • ½ teaspoon vanilla

Whisk until smooth and drizzle over the cooled cake.


Pro Tips for the Best Pound Cake

  • Room-temperature ingredients ensure a smooth batter and even bake.

  • Don’t overmix once flour is added—this keeps the crumb tender.

  • If the cake browns too quickly, tent loosely with foil for the last 15–20 minutes.

  • For easy release, use a baking spray with flour or brush melted butter into every crevice of the pan.


Flavor Variations

  • Lemon Bundt Pound Cake: Add 2 tablespoons lemon zest; replace ¼ cup milk with lemon juice.

  • Almond Pound Cake: Swap vanilla for almond extract; sprinkle sliced almonds on top before baking.

  • Cream Cheese Pound Cake: Replace ½ cup butter with softened cream cheese for extra richness.

  • Marble Pound Cake: Swirl ¼ cup cocoa powder mixed with milk into half the batter.


Serving Suggestions

  • Dust with powdered sugar and serve with coffee ☕

  • Top with berries and whipped cream for brunch

  • Pair with ice cream for an easy dessert upgrade

  • Toast slices lightly and spread with butter or jam


Storage & Freezing

  • Room temperature: Store covered up to 4 days.

  • Refrigerator: Up to 7 days, well wrapped.

  • Freezer: Wrap tightly and freeze up to 3 months; thaw overnight.


Frequently Asked Questions

Why did my pound cake crack on top?
That’s normal! The thick batter rises and splits as it bakes—often a sign of a good pound cake.

Can I use cake flour?
Yes. Substitute 3 cups cake flour for a slightly lighter crumb.

Can I make this ahead?
Absolutely. Pound cake often tastes better the next day as flavors settle.


Final Thoughts

This Bundt pound cake recipe is a true classic—simple, dependable, and endlessly adaptable. Whether you’re baking for a special occasion or just craving something comforting, this cake belongs in every home baker’s collection.

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POUND CAKE RECIPE INGREDIENTS
  • 3 cup sifted flour
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • 1/4 tsp. baking soda
  • 1 cup butter
  • 3 cup sugar
  • 6 eggs
  • 1 tsp. vanilla
  • 1 tsp. almond extract
  • 1 cup yogurt
POUND CAKE RECIPE INSTRUCTIONS
Sift together flour, salt and baking soda. 
Cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy. 
Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
 Add vanilla and almond extract. (Total beating time: 10 minutes - do not overbeat.)

Add dry ingredients alternately with sour cream or yogurt, beating well after each addition. 
Pour batter into a greased 10" Bundt pan.

Bake in a preheated 325°F oven for about 1 hour or until a toothpick inserted in middle comes out clean.

Cool upside down on wire rack for 10 minutes. 
Run a blunt (butter) knife around edges of pan to free edges of cake. 
Remove from pan. Cool on wire rack.

Dust with confectioners sugar, drizzle with confectioners icing or melted chocolate, if desired.

Cooks Note: If you have a smaller 6 cup Bundt pan, this recipe may be halved as follows:
  • 1 1/2 cups sifted flour
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 1/8 tsp. baking soda
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1 1/2 cups sugar
  • 3 eggs
  • 1/2 tsp. vanilla
  • 1/2 tsp. almond extract or almond oil
  • 1/2 cup yogurt

Follow directions above, except use batter to fill a half-size (6-cup) 
Bundt pan. 
Check the cake at 45 minutes to see if it is nearly done. 
Bake until a toothpick inserted in middle comes out clean.

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Cream Cheese Pound Cake Recipe


Cream Cheese Pound Cake Recipe

Cream Cheese Pound Cake (Classic, Moist & Velvety)

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour

  • 1 teaspoon fine salt

  • ½ teaspoon baking powder (optional — traditional pound cakes don’t use it, but it adds a tiny lift)

Wet Ingredients

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

  • 8 oz (1 brick) cream cheese, softened

  • 3 cups granulated sugar

  • 6 large eggs, room temperature

  • 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract

  • (Optional) ½ teaspoon almond extract for a bakery-style aroma


🥣 Instructions (Detailed)

1. Prep the Pan

  • Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C).

  • Generously grease a 10-inch Bundt pan or large tube pan with butter, then dust with flour (or use baking spray with flour).

  • Make sure every crevice is coated to avoid sticking.


2. Mix the Dry Ingredients

In a medium bowl, whisk together:

  • Flour

  • Salt

  • Baking powder (if using)

Set aside.


3. Cream Butter, Cream Cheese & Sugar

This is the heart of any pound cake.

  • In a large mixing bowl, beat butter and cream cheese together until very smooth — 2–3 minutes.

  • Add sugar gradually and beat for 5–7 minutes until light, pale, and fluffy.

    • This long creaming step creates tiny air bubbles that give the cake its luscious but light crumb.


4. Add Eggs One at a Time

  • Add eggs one by one, beating well after each.

  • Scrape the bowl often to ensure even mixing.

  • Add vanilla (and almond extract if using).


5. Add Dry Ingredients Slowly

  • Add the flour mixture in three additions, mixing on low speed until just combined.

  • Do not overmix — once the flour disappears, stop.


6. Fill the Pan

  • Spoon thick batter into the prepared pan.

  • Smooth the top with a spatula.

  • Tap lightly on the counter to release trapped air.


7. Bake

  • Bake at 325°F (165°C) for 75–90 minutes, depending on your oven and pan.
    The cake is done when:

  • A long skewer inserted in the center comes out clean or with moist crumbs

  • The top springs back gently when touched

If browning too fast, tent loosely with foil near the end.


8. Cool Properly

  • Let the cake cool in the pan for 15 minutes.

  • Then invert onto a wire rack and cool completely (at least 1 hour).

Cream cheese pound cake gets better the next day as the flavor settles and the crumb sets.


✨ Optional Flavors & Variations

Lemon Cream Cheese Pound Cake

  • Add 2 tablespoons lemon zest

  • Add 2 tablespoons lemon juice

  • Replace vanilla with lemon extract

Marble Cream Cheese Pound Cake

  • Reserve 1 cup batter

  • Mix in 2–3 tablespoons cocoa powder

  • Alternate spoonfuls of plain + chocolate batter and swirl lightly

Vanilla Bean Pound Cake

  • Add seeds from 1 vanilla bean

  • Use 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Berry Cream Cheese Pound Cake

  • Fold in 1–1 ½ cups blueberries or raspberries tossed in flour to prevent sinking.


🍽️ Serving Suggestions

  • Serve with strawberries + whipped cream

  • Toast a slice and top with butter or jam

  • Add a dusting of powdered sugar

  • Pair with coffee, hot chocolate, or tea


📦 Storage

  • Room temperature: 4–5 days wrapped tightly

  • Fridge: 1 week

  • Freezer: Up to 3 months (wrap well)


OTHER RECIPES

A great pound cake recipe to try !

INGREDIENTS
  • 3/4 lb. butter
  • 1 (8 oz.) pkg. cream cheese
  • 3 c. sugar
  • 6 eggs
  • 3 c. flour
  • 1 tsp. vanilla

INSTRUCTIONS

Cream butter, cheese and sugar. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating thoroughly
after each addition. 
Mix in flour a little at a time, blending well after each
addition. 
Add vanilla. Pour batter into a greased and floured bundt pan. 
Bake at 250 degrees for 2 hours and 15 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center
comes out clean. 
May be frozen. 

The pound cake recipe of cream cheese is ready ...enjoy it !
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Pumpkin Pound Cake Recipe


🎃 Pumpkin Pound Cake 

Moist, dense, warmly spiced, and perfect for fall or anytime you want that cozy pumpkin flavor.

✨ Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour

  • 1 teaspoon baking powder

  • ½ teaspoon baking soda

  • 1 teaspoon fine salt

  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon

  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg

  • ½ teaspoon ground ginger

  • ¼ teaspoon ground cloves

  • (Optional) ¼ teaspoon allspice for extra warmth

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened

  • 2 cups granulated sugar

  • 4 large eggs, room temperature

  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract

  • 1 cup pumpkin purée (NOT pumpkin pie filling)

  • ½ cup sour cream OR Greek yogurt for moisture

Optional Add-Ins

  • 1 cup chopped pecans or walnuts

  • ¾ cup chocolate chips

  • ½ cup dried cranberries

  • Zest of 1 orange for a citrusy twist


🍰 Instructions (Long & Step-by-Step)

1. Preheat & Prepare the Pan

  • Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C).

  • Grease a 10-inch Bundt pan generously with butter and dust lightly with flour, OR spray with baking spray that contains flour.

  • Tap out the excess.

2. Mix the Dry Ingredients

In a medium bowl, whisk together:

  • Flour

  • Baking powder

  • Baking soda

  • Salt

  • Cinnamon

  • Nutmeg

  • Ginger

  • Cloves
    Set aside.

3. Cream the Butter & Sugar

  • In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar on medium speed for 3–5 minutes, until very light and fluffy.

  • Proper creaming is what gives a pound cake its signature velvety texture — don’t rush this part.

4. Add Eggs One at a Time

  • Add the eggs, one by one, beating well after each addition.

  • Scrape down the sides of the bowl to ensure even mixing.

  • Add vanilla extract and mix again.

5. Add Pumpkin & Sour Cream

  • Mix in the pumpkin purée and sour cream.

  • Don’t worry if the batter looks slightly curdled—this is normal and will smooth out once the dry ingredients are added.

6. Combine Wet & Dry Ingredients

  • Add the dry mixture in three additions, mixing gently on low just until combined.

  • Do NOT overmix—stop as soon as the flour disappears.

  • Fold in any add-ins (nuts, chocolate chips, etc.) with a rubber spatula.

7. Fill the Pan

  • Spoon the thick batter into your prepared Bundt pan.

  • Smooth the top with a spatula.

  • Tap the pan lightly on the counter to remove air bubbles.

8. Bake

  • Bake at 325°F (165°C) for 65–80 minutes.

  • The cake is done when:

    • A toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean OR with a few moist crumbs.

    • The top springs back lightly when touched.

  • If using a dark Bundt pan, check at the 60-minute mark.

9. Cool Completely

  • Cool the cake in the pan for 15 minutes.

  • Then invert onto a wire rack and let cool fully for at least 1 hour before glazing or slicing.


Glaze Options

1. Maple Glaze

  • 1 cup powdered sugar

  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup

  • 1–2 tablespoons milk or cream

  • ½ tsp vanilla
    Whisk until pourable. Drizzle over cooled cake.

2. Cream Cheese Glaze

  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened

  • 1 cup powdered sugar

  • 1–2 tbsp milk

  • ½ tsp vanilla
    Beat until smooth and thick.

3. Brown Butter Glaze

  • 4 tbsp browned butter

  • 1 cup powdered sugar

  • 1–2 tbsp milk

  • Pinch of salt
    Stir together — gives a nutty caramel flavor.


🎃 Variations

Pumpkin Pecan Pound Cake

Fold in 1 cup toasted chopped pecans.

Spiced Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Pound Cake

Add ¾ cup semi-sweet chips.

Pumpkin Orange Pound Cake

Add orange zest + swap vanilla with 1 tsp orange extract.

Pumpkin Streusel Pound Cake (Extra Fancy)

Layer batter with cinnamon-sugar-pecan streusel for added crunch.


🍽️ Serving Ideas

  • Serve warm slices with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.

  • Toast leftovers in a skillet with butter—SO GOOD.

  • Perfect with chai, coffee, espresso, or hot chocolate.

  • Dust with powdered sugar if you skip glaze.


OTHER RECIPES

A nice pound cake recipe to try !

INGREDIENTS

* 3 3/4 cups all purpose flour
* 2 teaspoon baking powder
* 1 teaspoon baking soda
* 1 teaspoon salt
* 1 teaspoon cinnamon
* 21 teaspoon allspice
* 1 teaspoon nutmeg
* 8 ounces (1 cup) butter, softened
* 1 3/4 cups sugar
* 4 large eggs
* 1 pound (2 cups) pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie mix)
* 8 ounces (1cup) sour cream
* 2 teaspoons vanilla

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
2. Spray 3 large loaf pans or 7-8 mini loaf pans with vegetable spray. Coat with flour and tap off excess.
3. In a large bowl, blend flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, allspice and nutmeg with a whisk. Set aside.
4. In the bowl of a stand mixer or with a hand mixer, beat butter until creamy. Add sugar and beat until fluffy. Scrape the bowl.
5. With mixer on low, beat in eggs, one at a time until light and fluffy. Scrape again.
6. Add pumpkin, sour cream and vanilla. Beat and scrape.
7. Fold in flour mixture and beat on low until mixed well. The batter will be thick. Don't over mix.
8. Fold in walnuts and stir.
9. Pour batter into prepared pans and bake large pumpkin pound cakes at 350 degrees for 45 minutes or mini pumpkin pound cakes for 30 minutes, or until knife comes out clean.
10. Let pumpkin pound cakes sit in pans for 5-10 minutes, then tap and release and finish cooling on a wire rack. For best results, let cool completely before removing from pans.
11. Wrap cakes in heavy duty plastic wrap, and place in large Ziploc bags for longer freezer storage.
12. The pound cake recipe is ready to serve...nice !

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Black Walnut Pound Cake




Here is a recipe that every traditional Southern cook should include in her repertoire. This black walnut pound cake recipe is reminiscent of those made by our grandmothers and is at least a century old. You can enjoy this cake with or without icing, but it is truly delightful on its own. Nothing compares to a warm slice of classic black walnut cake on a crisp autumn day. Enjoy!

WHY WE ADORE THIS RECIPE
If you have been following our website for any length of time, you are aware of our fondness for traditional recipes! We take pride in our efforts to include them all on our site, but naturally, we must first prepare them. We feature several wonderful pound cakes on our site, and this one was missing. We added cream cheese frosting to it, and it was a hit. The distinctive flavor of black walnuts is one we cherish.

🍴ESSENTIAL INGREDIENTS
  • White sugar
  • Butter
  • All-purpose flour
  • Vanilla extract or flavoring
  • Eggs
  • Black walnut kernels

HOW TO PREPARE
This is a traditional pound cake, which means it does not contain a leavening agent; the eggs are responsible for the rise in this recipe. It is accurate as stated.

COOKING INSTRUCTIONS
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Grease and flour a 10-inch bundt pan.

Step 2
In a mixing bowl or an electric mixer, add the ingredients in the specified order. Beat on high speed for 5 minutes.

Step 3
Pour the mixture into the bundt pan and bake for 60-75 minutes or until fully cooked.

Black Walnut Pound Cake
We added cream cheese frosting and attempted to pipe it onto the cake, which did not turn out perfectly because my piping equipment malfunctioned, and I had to freehand it! HAHA! However, if you follow us, you know we prioritize flavor over perfection and enjoy our time in the kitchen. I wasn’t going to remake the entire cake, so we embraced the outcome!

SUGGESTION
This cake does not contain a leavening agent, and it is accurate as written. The eggs are what cause the cake to rise. Additionally, you can use any frosting you prefer, and you can also apply the cream cheese frosting all over the cake instead of using the piping method.

RECIPE VARIATIONS
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Pound Cake Recipe Ingredients
Pound Cake Recipe Instructions :

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). 
Grease and flour a 9 inch tube pan.
In a large bowl, mix together the cake mix, instant pudding, eggs, oil and water for 2 minutes using an electric mixer on medium speed. Stir in the ground walnuts. Pour into the prepared pan.
Bake for 50 to 60 minutes in the preheated oven, or until a toothpick inserted into the cake comes out clean. Cool the pound cake in the pan before inverting onto a plate to serve...enjoy  Black Walnut Pound Cake! 

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