Best 4 Almond Sour Cream Pound Cake Paula Deen Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary experience with Paula Deen's Almond Sour Cream Pound Cake, a masterpiece that harmonizes the richness of almond and the tanginess of sour cream. This classic pound cake is elevated with the addition of almond extract, almond flour, and toasted almonds, resulting in a moist, tender crumb and a symphony of nutty flavors.

The Sour Cream Pound Cake variation offers a slightly denser texture and a wonderfully moist crumb, while the Sour Cream Pound Cake with Almond Glaze combines the best of both worlds, featuring a luscious glaze that adds an extra layer of almondy sweetness.

If you're looking for a gluten-free alternative, the Gluten-Free Almond Pound Cake provides a delightful option without compromising on taste or texture.

Lastly, the Sour Cream Pound Cake with Lemon Glaze introduces a burst of citrusy brightness, perfectly complementing the almond flavor and creating a delightful balance of flavors.

Each recipe offers a unique twist on the classic pound cake, ensuring that there's something for every palate.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

ALMOND SOUR CREAM POUND CAKE



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Rich pound cake is made even more tempting with buttercream frosting.

Provided by Paula Deen

Categories     baking     christmas     dessert     holidays     traditional     valentine's day

Yield 16-18

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 teaspoon orange extract
6 eggs
1 cup sour cream
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
3 cup granulated sugar
3 cups plus more for pan all purpose flour
3 1/2 sticks (1/2 lb plus 3/4 cup) divided, 1 1/2 sticks (3/4 cup) softened, plus more for pan butter
3 cups (up to 4 cups) confectioner's sugar
2 teaspoons divided almond extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 °F.
  • Butter and flour a tube pan and set aside. In the bowl of a mixer, cream 2 sticks butter and sugar together and then add sour cream. Sift flour and baking soda together. Add to creamed mixture, alternately with eggs, 1 at a time, beating after each addition. Add 1/2 teaspoon of almond and orange extracts and stir to combine. Pour into prepared pan and bake for 1 hour and 20 minutes. Cool cake in pan for about 10 minutes and then unmold and cool completely on a wire rack.
  • Almond Buttercream Frosting:
  • With an electric mixer, cream 1 1/2 sticks butter in a large mixing bowl. Slowly beat in the confectioner's sugar until smooth and creamy and sweetened to your liking (about 2 minutes). Add 1 1/2 teaspoons almond extract and stir to blend. Frost cake when fully cooled. If you are not using the frosting immediately, store it, covered, in the refrigerator and then bring it to room temperature just prior to using.
  • Yield: 3 cups
  • Cook's Note: This is the basic recipe for a sour cream pound cake. This recipe would have to be modified to be made into a wedding cake.

ALMOND SOUR CREAM POUND CAKE (PAULA DEEN)



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A Paula Deen recipe; I haven't had the chance to make it yet, but I don't want to lose the recipe....

Provided by Raquel Grinnell

Categories     Breakfast

Time 1h39m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 lb butter, plus more
butter, for pan
3 cups sugar
1 cup sour cream
3 cups all-purpose flour, plus more
all-purpose flour, for pan
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
6 eggs
1/2 teaspoon orange extract
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
3/4 cup butter, softened (1 1/2 sticks)
3 -4 cups confectioners' sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons almond extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F.
  • Butter and flour a tube pan and set aside.
  • In the bowl of a mixer, cream butter and sugar together and then add sour cream.
  • Sift flour and baking soda together. Add to creamed mixture, alternately with eggs, 1 at a time, beating after each addition.
  • Add extracts and stir to combine.
  • Pour into prepared pan and bake for 1 hour and 20 minutes.
  • Cool cake in pan for about 10 minutes and then unmold and cool completely on a wire rack.
  • Almond Buttercream Frosting: With an electric mixer, cream butter in a large mixing bowl. Slowly beat in the sugar until smooth and creamy and sweetened to your liking (about 2 minutes). Add almond extract and stir to blend.
  • Frost cake when fully cooled. If you are not using the frosting immediately, store it, covered, in the refrigerator and then bring it to room temperature just prior to using. Yield: 3 cups.

GRANDMOTHER PAUL'S SOUR CREAM POUND CAKE



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A homemade dessert that's great for all occasions.

Provided by Paula Deen

Time 10m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 teaspoon vanilla
1 teaspoon almond extract
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon baking soda
6 large eggs
3 cups all purpose flour
1 cup sour cream
3 cups sugar
½ lb butter (2 sticks)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 °F.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine and cream the butter, sugar and add the sour cream. Sift the baking soda and flour together. Add the sifted flour to the creamed mixture alternating with eggs, beating each egg one at a time, starting with flour and ending with flour. Add the vanilla and pour the mixture into a greased and floured 10- inch tube pan. Bake for 1 hour 20 minutes.

LEMON ALMOND SOUR CREAM POUND CAKE



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A Cake that is Rich and Moist, and Lemon flavored. Great just by the slice or top with fresh Strawberries and Whip Cream

Provided by Donna Luckadoo

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h20m

Yield 12 slices

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup butter (softened)
3 cups sugar
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup lemon yogurt
3 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
6 eggs
1/2 teaspoon almond extract or 1/2 teaspoon almond flavoring
1/2 teaspoon lemon extract or 1/2 teaspoon lemon flavoring
1 lemons, juice of or 1 lime, juice of

Steps:

  • Preheat Oven to 325°.
  • Next butter and flour a large Tube or Bundt pan.
  • Cream together Sugar and Butter.
  • Then add Sour cream and Yogurt.
  • Sift Flour and Baking soda and add to the sugar mixture alternating with the eggs one at a time.
  • Add extracts or flavorings, then the Lemon or Lime Juice. Mix until light and Fluffy.
  • Pour batter into the prepared bundt pan and bake for 1 hour, (Oven temperature varies so it may take an extra 10 to 20 minutes depending on your Oven) or until toothpick inserted comes out clean.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 512.5, Fat 20.2, SaturatedFat 11.9, Cholesterol 151.1, Sodium 208.1, Carbohydrate 76.8, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 52.3, Protein 7.3

Tips:

  • Use softened butter and cream cheese for a smooth batter.
  • Make sure the sour cream and eggs are at room temperature for better emulsification.
  • Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy, then beat in the eggs one at a time.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the sour cream and almond extract.
  • Pour the batter into a prepared loaf pan and bake in a preheated oven for approximately 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Let the cake cool completely before frosting, if desired.

Conclusion:

This almond sour cream pound cake is a delicious and classic dessert that is perfect for any occasion. The cake is moist and flavorful, with a tender crumb and a slightly nutty flavor from the almonds. The sour cream adds a touch of tanginess that balances out the sweetness of the cake. This cake is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it!

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