ROSEMARY ORANGE POUND CAKE

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Make this orange and rosemary scented cake up to 3 months ahead. (found this on the internet somewhere as a request for someone, haven't made myself -- based on errors pointed out in reviews, I have corrected recipe 10/07)

Provided by Gay Gilmore

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h30m

Yield 2 loaves, 20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup butter (no substitutes)
4 -5 eggs
2 cups sifted cake flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 cup sugar
1/4 cup honey
1 tablespoon snipped fresh rosemary or 1 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
1/4 teaspoon orange extract or 1/4 teaspoon orange blossom water
2 teaspoons orange juice
2 teaspoons orange juice, for icing
1 cup powdered sugar, for icing
fresh rosemary, for garnish (optional)

Steps:

  • Allow butter and eggs to stand at room temperature for 30 minutes.
  • Grease and lightly flour two 8x4x2-inch loaf pans.
  • Combine flour and baking powder.
  • Set aside.
  • In a large mixing bowl beat butter with an electric mixer on medium to high speed for 30 seconds or until softened.
  • Gradually add sugar, 2 tablespoons at a time, beating on medium speed about 6 minutes or until very light and fluffy.
  • Beat in honey.
  • Add eggs, one at a time, beating on low to medium speed for 1 minute after each addition and scraping bowl frequently.
  • (Batter may look slightly curdled.) Gradually add flour mixture, beating on low speed just until combined.
  • Gently stir in snipped or crushed rosemary, orange flower water or extract, orange peel, and orange juice.
  • Pour batter into prepared pans.
  • Bake in a 325 degree F oven about 45 minutes or until wooden toothpick inserted in centers comes out clean.
  • Cool in pans for 10 minutes.
  • Remove from pans, and cool on wire racks.
  • For glaze, stir together powdered sugar and 2 teaspoons orange juice.
  • Drizzle over cakes.
  • If desired, top with rosemary sprigs.
  • Make-ahead tip: Prepare cakes as directed, except do not glaze.
  • Place in a freezer container, and freeze for up to 3 months.
  • To serve, thaw at room temperature.
  • Glaze as directed above.

Tayyab Mehboob
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This cake was a disappointment. It was dry and the rosemary and orange flavors were barely noticeable.


Danish Mirza
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This cake was a bit too sweet for my taste, but the rosemary and orange flavors were nice.


Sk Sanim
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I've made this cake several times and it's always a hit! It's so easy to make and the results are always perfect. The rosemary and orange flavors are a great combination.


Attique Gujjar0340
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This cake is delicious! The rosemary and orange flavors are perfectly balanced, and the cake is so moist. I love the glaze on top, it adds a nice touch of sweetness.


Ka Ka Ha
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This cake is a must-try! The rosemary and orange flavors are a perfect match, and the cake is so moist and fluffy. I'll definitely be making it again.


Killua Kitty
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I'm not a big fan of pound cake, but this rosemary orange pound cake is an exception. It's so light and fluffy, and the rosemary and orange flavors are delightful.


Riley Quigley
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This cake is amazing! The rosemary and orange flavors are so unique and delicious. It's the perfect cake for a special occasion.


Mathew Marcotte
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Love this rosemary orange pound cake! It's so moist and flavorful, and the rosemary and orange flavors are a perfect match. I've made it several times and it's always a hit.


Lesego Setswalo
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This rosemary orange pound cake is a great recipe! It's easy to follow and the cake turns out perfect every time. I love the way the rosemary and orange flavors complement each other. It's the perfect cake for any occasion.


KamehlionHD
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This cake is delicious! The rosemary and orange flavors are perfectly balanced, and the cake is so moist and fluffy. I love that it's not too sweet, and the glaze on top adds a nice touch of sweetness. I'll definitely be making this cake again.


Ssewanyaga Abdul kizza
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I'm not usually a fan of pound cake, but this rosemary orange pound cake changed my mind! It's so light and fluffy, with the perfect amount of sweetness. The rosemary and orange flavors are subtle but noticeable, and they add a really nice touch. I'l


James Parsons
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This cake was a hit at my party! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination of rosemary and orange. It was so moist and fluffy, and the glaze on top was the perfect finishing touch. I'll definitely be making this cake again.


Rajesh dhungel
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This rosemary orange pound cake is a keeper! It's so easy to make and always turns out perfect. I love the way the rosemary and orange flavors complement each other. It's the perfect cake for any occasion.


Thomas Kearney
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This cake is a masterpiece! I've never had a pound cake so moist and flavorful. The rosemary and orange flavors are so unique and delicious. I highly recommend this recipe to anyone who loves a good pound cake.


Michael Salter
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Just made this rosemary orange pound cake and it turned out amazing! The instructions were easy to follow and the cake was done in no time. It's light, fluffy, and has the perfect amount of sweetness. The rosemary and orange flavors are a perfect mat


joy ghosh
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Wow, this rosemary orange pound cake is a game-changer! I've been baking for years, but this recipe takes the cake (pun intended). The combination of rosemary and orange is absolutely heavenly, and the cake itself is so moist and flavorful. I'll defi


Shannon Smith Blanchard
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This rosemary orange pound cake was a delight to make and even better to eat! The flavors were perfectly balanced, and the texture was moist and fluffy. I loved the subtle hint of rosemary in the background, which added a touch of sophistication to t


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