Orange-Pecan-Spice Pound Cake
Pound cake got its name from the traditional recipe that called for a pound each of flour, butter, eggs, and sugar.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 110 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 13.
Orange-Pecan-Spice Pound Cake
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
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In a large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
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Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract and orange zest.
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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the orange juice.
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Fold in the chopped pecans.
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Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
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Bake for 55-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Remove from the oven and let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
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Transfer the cake to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Servings 10
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 350kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 15g24%
- Total Carbohydrate 48g16%
- Sugars 30g
- Protein 5g10%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.