Description
Experience the cozy, comforting flavors of fall with this decadent Apple Cider Pound Cake. Featuring a dense, buttery crumb infused with concentrated apple cider and warm autumnal spices, this dessert is the perfect centerpiece for holiday gatherings or a quiet afternoon coffee break. Designed for busy home bakers, this one-bowl wonder delivers bakery-quality results without the fuss, filling your home with the intoxicating aroma of cinnamon and fresh apples.
Ingredients
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
3 large eggs, room temperature
1/2 cup pure apple cider (reduced)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C) and grease your pan.
In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar until pale and fluffy.
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
Mix in the reduced apple cider and vanilla extract.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
Pour the batter into your prepared pan and smooth the top.
Bake for 55-60 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting onto a wire rack.
Notes
Reduce the apple cider by simmering it in a small saucepan over medium heat until it has reduced by half for a more intense flavor. Ensure all refrigerated ingredients are at room temperature for the best emulsion.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 60
- Category: Recipes
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 85mg