Description

This Orange Pound Cake is a perfect blend of buttery richness and refreshing citrus flavor, ideal for any occasion. With the zesty kick of fresh orange juice and zest, paired with a sweet homemade orange glaze, this cake is the ultimate treat. It’s a moist, light dessert that will impress your guests and make your taste buds sing.

Ingredients

Butter (room temperature)

Sugar (granulated)

Eggs

Vanilla extract

Orange zest and juice

All-purpose flour

For the glaze: Powdered sugar, orange zest, and orange juice

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a 9×5 loaf pan with nonstick spray. Line the bottom with parchment paper for easy removal.
Cream the butter and sugar together in a stand mixer until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
Add the eggs, vanilla extract, and orange zest, mixing until combined.
Add the flour, mixing on low speed. Stir in the orange juice.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 55-60 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
Let the cake cool in the pan for 15 minutes before removing.
Mix the glaze ingredients together and pour over the cooled cake.

Notes

You can add chopped dried fruit or walnuts for added texture.
For a gluten-free version, substitute with gluten-free flour.
The glaze consistency can be adjusted by varying the amount of orange juice.