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Apple Cider Pound Cake

A moist and flavorful pound cake infused with apple cider, perfect for fall gatherings.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour sifted
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs room temperature
  • 1 cup apple cider preferably fresh
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For Topping
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar for dusting
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon optional

Method
 

Prepare the Oven and Pan
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Mix the Batter
  1. In a separate bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy.
  2. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  3. Stir in the apple cider and vanilla extract until combined.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
Bake the Cake
  1. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
  2. Bake in the preheated oven for 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  3. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve
  1. Once cooled, dust the top with powdered sugar and cinnamon if desired. Slice and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gFiber: 1gSugar: 20g

Notes

This cake can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

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