Description
Orange Glazed Pound Cake is a delightful dessert that combines the rich, moist texture of traditional pound cake with the bright, refreshing flavors of fresh oranges. This easy-to-make cake is perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a casual family gathering or an elegant brunch.
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 4 ounces unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon fresh orange zest
- â…“ cup fresh orange juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- For the glaze: 1 cup powdered sugar and 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition; then stir in orange zest, juice, and vanilla.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture until just combined.
- Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Mix powdered sugar and orange juice for the glaze; drizzle over the cooled cake.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (70g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg