Sakura (Cherry Blossom) Pound Cake

Cherry blossoms are a symbol of beauty and renewal in Japanese culture, and this pound cake captures their delicate flavor and aroma.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 110 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 10.

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Sakura (Cherry Blossom) Pound Cake

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: International, Japanese Courses: Anytime, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 60 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 1 hr 50 mins

Servings: 8 Calories: 2800

Best Season: Spring

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup All-purpose flour
• 1.5 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter
• 3 large Eggs
• 0.5 cup Milk
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon Cherry blossom extract
• 1 tablespoon Cherry blossom petals (dried)

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a loaf pan.
2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract and cherry blossom extract.
3. In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk. Mix until just blended.
4. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Sprinkle dried cherry blossom petals on top.
5. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
6. Remove from the oven and let cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack and let cool completely.
7. Serve slices of the Sakura Pound Cake as a delightful spring dessert.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 18g28%

Total Carbohydrate 45g15%

Sugars 30g

Protein 4g8%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.