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Delicious Spring Pound Cake Recipes

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Nothing says spring like the smell of a freshly baked pound cake. Pound cake has been around for centuries, and it has been enjoyed in many different forms over the years. This classic cake is a perfect way to celebrate the arrival of spring. Here are some delicious spring pound cake recipes that you can try out this season.

Lemon Poppyseed Pound Cake



This pound cake is a light and refreshing take on the classic. It's perfect for a spring brunch or a light dessert.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup butter
  • 1 ½ cups white sugar
  • 4 eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon lemon extract
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup milk
  • 3 tablespoons poppyseeds

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 10 inch tube 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 and lemon extracts.
  3. In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture alternately with the milk. Stir in the poppyseeds.
  4. Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan. Bake for 45 minutes to 1 hour, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
  5. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition:


This Lemon Poppyseed Pound Cake serves 16. Each serving contains approximately:
  • 397 calories
  • 19g fat
  • 51g carbohydrates
  • 4g protein

Strawberry Swirl Pound Cake



This pound cake takes the classic up a notch with the addition of fresh strawberries. It's perfect for a spring gathering or just a special treat.

Ingredients:

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup butter, softened
  • 2 ¼ cups white sugar
  • 4 eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 cups fresh strawberries, diced
  • 3 tablespoons sugar

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 10 inch tube pan.
  2. In a large bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a separate bowl, cream together the butter and 2 ¼ cups of sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. Add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture alternately with the milk. Spread half of the batter into the prepared pan.
  5. In a small bowl, mix together the diced strawberries and 3 tablespoons of sugar. Sprinkle the strawberry mixture over the batter in the pan. Top with remaining batter.
  6. Bake for 45 minutes to 1 hour, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
  7. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition:


This Strawberry Swirl Pound Cake serves 16. Each serving contains approximately:
  • 405 calories
  • 20g fat
  • 54g carbohydrates
  • 4g protein


These delicious spring pound cake recipes are sure to be a hit with your family and friends. Whether you're hosting a brunch or just looking for a special dessert, these cakes are sure to please. Enjoy!

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