CITRUS-ALMOND POUNDCAKE

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This poundcake is richer, moister and more flavorful than any you've tasted, and it's not difficult to make. (Much of it is done in the food processor; do not pulse more than you must.) The consistency and flavor rely on the almond paste in the batter, and a simple soak of lemon juice, orange juice and sugar; the cake acts like a sponge, absorbing the sweetened citrus juice. A word of advice about this or any other Bundt cake: butter and flour the pan well. Even nonstick Bundt pans can be tricky. There's nothing more frustrating than having your cake fall partly out, leaving the pretty top bit clinging to the pan.

Provided by Mark Bittman

Categories     dessert

Time 1h30m

Yield 10 to 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

12 tablespoons (1 1/2 sticks) cold unsalted butter, cubed, plus more for pan
Flour for pan
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
1/2 cup fresh orange juice
3 cups plus 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
7-ounce tube almond paste
7 large eggs
2 teaspoons lemon zest
2 teaspoons orange zest
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups cake flour
3/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350 degrees. Butter and flour an 8-cup Bundt pan. Put lemon juice, orange juice and 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar in a small saucepan over low heat; cook until the sugar dissolves and remove from heat.
  • Put almond paste and remaining 2 cups sugar in food processor and process until well combined; add butter and continue processing until light and fluffy. With the machine running, add eggs one at a time along with zest and vanilla, and continue to process until smooth.
  • Stop the machine, add the flour, baking powder and salt, and pulse a few times - just until the dry ingredients are integrated (be careful not to over process, or the cake will become tough). Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake until golden, about 1 hour and 10 minutes. When a skewer or thin-bladed knife inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean, remove the cake from the oven and let cool slightly.
  • Pour the citrus soak over the cake and let it sit for about 30 minutes, or until all the liquid is absorbed and the cake releases from the pan easily. Cut into slices.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 496, UnsaturatedFat 9 grams, Carbohydrate 76 grams, Fat 19 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 7 grams, SaturatedFat 9 grams, Sodium 117 milligrams, Sugar 59 grams, TransFat 0 grams

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This recipe was a little too sweet for my taste.


Mukta Banu
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I'd give this recipe a 3 out of 5. It was good, but not great.


Alex Dare
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This was a good recipe. I would definitely make it again.


Bettys Coffee
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My family loved this recipe. It's now one of our favorites!.


Md Mehedi
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This cake was delicious! The citrus and almond flavors were so good together.


Patricia Ross
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I made this cake for a party and it was a hit! The citrus and almond flavors were a perfect combination.


Timothy Edet
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This was a great recipe, the cake was moist and flavorful.


Nijanthy Suthas
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This cake was very easy to make and it turned out great! Amazing!


Ugly “young boy” As
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This pound cake was amazing! It was so moist and flavorful, and the citrus and almond flavors were perfect together. I will definitely be making this cake again.


Suhana Khutan
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This is one of the best pound cakes I've ever had! I'll never use another recipe again! It was so moist and flavorful, and the citrus and almond flavors were perfect together. I will definitely be making this cake again and again.


joseph Mcculloch
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I made this cake for my husband's birthday and he loved it! Now, it is his favorite cake and he’s asking for it every week. The citrus and almond flavors were a perfect combination, and the cake was so moist and fluffy. I definitely recommend this re


Naseim
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This pound cake was absolutely delicious! The citrus and almond flavors were perfect together, and the cake was so moist and fluffy. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy-to-make pound cake.


Md Rashed Rana
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I'm always looking for new pound cake recipes to try, and this one definitely did not disappoint! The citrus and almond flavors were so well-balanced and the cake was so moist and delicious. I will definitely be making this cake again.


Ahram Uddin Mondol Hira
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This cake was a breeze to make and it turned out so moist and delicious! The citrus and almond flavors were a perfect combination. It was a big hit with my family and friends. What a fantastic cake!


Bishop James Kiragu
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I was so excited to try this cake and it did not disappoint! The citrus and almond flavors were amazing, and the cake was so moist and fluffy. I will definitely be making this cake again.


Alamin Titu
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This was the best poundcake I have ever had! It was so moist and flavorful, and the citrus and almond flavors were perfect together. I will definitely be making this cake again and again.


Boby Angel
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I made this cake for a party last weekend and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the moist texture and the delicious flavor. I will definitely be making this cake again.


Sserukeera Muusa
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This poundcake was so moist and flavorful! The citrus and almond flavors were perfectly balanced, and the cake was just the right amount of sweetness. I will definitely be making this again.