ORANGE POUND CAKE WITH CRANBERRY COMPOTE

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My husband and I enjoy dessert but not all of the fat and calories that go with it. This pound cake is made lighter with Greek yogurt. You will never miss that extra fat in taste or texture.-Ann Goncheroski, Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h25m

Yield 16 servings (1 cup compote).

Number Of Ingredients 16

1/2 cup butter, softened
1 cup sugar
3 large eggs
1 tablespoon grated orange zest
1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3/4 cup fat-free plain Greek yogurt
1/4 cup orange juice
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
COMPOTE:
1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
1 cup orange juice
1/2 cup sugar
2 teaspoons grated orange zest
1 cinnamon stick (3 inches), optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°. Coat a 9x5-in. loaf pan with cooking spray., In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar until blended. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in orange zest and vanilla. Mix yogurt and orange juice. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder and salt; add to sugar mixture alternately with yogurt mixture, beating after each addition just until combined., Transfer to prepared pan. Bake 55-65 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pan 10 minutes before removing to a wire rack to cool., Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine compote ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 12-15 minutes or until slightly thickened, stirring occasionally. Discard cinnamon stick. Serve warm compote with cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 216 calories, Fat 7g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 50mg cholesterol, Sodium 129mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (22g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Fafore Taiwo
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I'm always looking for new pound cake recipes. This one looks like a winner!


Rafi Tunio
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I'm not a big fan of cranberries, but I'm willing to give this recipe a try. It looks too good to pass up.


Odulana Zainab
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This cake looks amazing! I'm definitely going to try this recipe.


Shamima Akhi
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I can't wait to make this cake again! It's so delicious and easy to make.


Ujaif New york
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This cake is perfect for any occasion. I've made it for birthdays, holidays, and even just because.


Olabisi Bisola
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The cranberry compote is the perfect topping for this cake. It adds a nice tartness that balances out the sweetness of the cake.


Gulfie Sali
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I love the orange flavor in this cake. It's so refreshing.


Paw Fum
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This is my go-to recipe for pound cake. It's always a crowd-pleaser.


ANIME CLIPS
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This cake is easy to make and always turns out great. I've made it several times for friends and family, and they all love it.


Rehan Rehanrajpoot
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I'm not usually a fan of pound cake, but this one changed my mind! It's so moist and flavorful, and the cranberry compote is the perfect topping.


Angela Sliemers
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This cake was a hit at my dinner party! Everyone loved the moist texture and the delicious orange flavor. The cranberry compote was also a big hit.


Edwinfred Kamau
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The orange and cranberry flavors in this cake are amazing! It's the perfect combination of sweet and tart. I also love the glaze on top - it gives the cake a beautiful shine.


Ishfaq Ahmad Choorahi
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This Orange Pound Cake with Cranberry Compote was a delightful treat! The cake was moist and flavorful, with a perfect balance of sweetness and tartness. The cranberry compote added a wonderful burst of flavor and color. I will definitely be making t