Savory Pound Cake Recipe

Name: Savory Pound Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup finely diced zucchini; 1/4 cup finely diced carrot; 1 cup butter, softened; 6 eggs, room temperature; 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour; 2 teaspoons grated orange peel; 2 teaspoons grated lemon peel; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 1/4 cup finely diced ham; fresh edible flowers or fresh herb, if desired (to garnish)

Servings: persons

1/4 cup finely diced zucchini
1/4 cup finely diced carrot
1 cup butter, softened
6 eggs, room temperature
1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons grated orange peel
2 teaspoons grated lemon peel
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup finely diced ham
fresh edible flowers or fresh herb, if desired (to garnish)

1
Heat oven to 375u00b0F Spray 81⁄2x41⁄2-inch loaf pan with nonstick cooking spray.
2
Cook zucchini and carrots together in boiling salted water 2 to 3 minutes or just until tender. Drain; rinse with cold water. Set aside.
3
In large bowl, beat butter on medium speed until soft and smooth. Add eggs one at a time, beating each egg until mixture is almost smooth.
4
In medium bowl, combine all-purpose flour, orange peel, lemon peel, baking powder, salt and pepper; mix well. Gradually add to egg mixture, beating until well combined. Stir in vegetables and ham. Spoon batter into pan; spread evenly.
5
Bake 40 to 45 minutes or until knife inserted in center comes out clean. Remove from pan; cool on wire rack. Cut into 1⁄4-inch slices; arrange on serving tray. Garnish with edible flowers or fresh herbs.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup finely diced zucchini, 1/4 cup finely diced carrot, 1 cup butter, softened, 6 eggs, room temperature, and more.

Yes, Savory 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.

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Savory Pound Cake

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Variations & substitutions

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