Orange-Pecan Pound Cake Recipe

Name: Orange-Pecan Pound Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup butter, softened; 1 cup sugar; 3 large eggs; 1 1/2 teaspoons fresh grated orange rind; 1/2 teaspoon fresh grated fresh lemon rind; 1/4 teaspoon orange extract; 1/2 cup finely chopped pecans; 2 cups all-purpose flour, divided; 1/2 teaspoon baking powder; 1/8 teaspoon salt; 1/3 cup milk

Servings: persons

1 cup butter, softened
1 cup sugar
3 large eggs
1 1/2 teaspoons fresh grated orange rind
1/2 teaspoon fresh grated fresh lemon rind
1/4 teaspoon orange extract
1/2 cup finely chopped pecans
2 cups all-purpose flour, divided
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup milk

1
Using an electric mixer, beat the butter in a mixing bowl on medium speed for about 2 minutes or until soft and creamy.
2
Gradually add in the sugar; beat at medium speed 5-7 minutes.
3
Add in eggs, one at a time, beating just until the yellow disappears.
4
Add in rinds and orange extract, stir to combine.
5
In a small bowl, add nuts and 1/4 cup flour; stir to combine; set aside.
6
Add remaining flour, baking powder, and salt to a bowl; stir to combine.
7
Add flour mixture to butter mixture alternately with milk; begin and end with flour mixture.
8
Mix on low speed just until blended after each addition.
9
Add in pecans; stir to combine.
10
Pour batter into a greased and floured 9x5 inch loaf pan.
11
Bake at 325u00b0 for 1 hour and 5 minutes or until pick comes out clean.
12
Cool in the pan on a wire rack for 10-15 minutes.
13
Turn out of pan and let cool completely on wire rack.

1034

kcal

Calories

Fat

100

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup butter, softened, 1 cup sugar, 3 large eggs, 1 1/2 teaspoons fresh grated orange rind, and more.

Yes, Orange-Pecan Pound Cake falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Orange-Pecan Pound Cake

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