WALNUT-APRICOT POUND CAKE
Check out this pound cake packed with walnut and apricot - a delicious treat made using Gold Medal® flour.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Dessert
Time 4h15m
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Heat oven to 325°F. Spray 10-inch angel food (tube) cake pan with baking spray with flour. Wrap foil around bottom of pan to prevent leaking.
- In medium bowl, mix flour, baking powder and salt; set aside. In large bowl, beat granulated sugar, 1 1/4 cups butter, 1 teaspoon vanilla and the eggs with electric mixer on low speed 30 seconds. Beat on high speed 5 minutes, scraping bowl occasionally. On low speed, beat in flour mixture alternately with milk and 1/2 cup apricot nectar.
- Set aside 2 tablespoons of the apricots for topping along with 1/4 cup of the walnuts. Stir remaining apricots and walnuts into batter. Spread in pan.
- Bake 1 hour 30 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool 20 minutes. Remove cake from pan to cooling rack. Cool completely, about 2 hours.
- In small bowl, mix powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons butter and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla. Using whisk, mix in 4 to 6 teaspoons apricot nectar, 1 teaspoon at a time, until smooth and consistency of thick syrup. Drizzle glaze over top of cake; spread with spatula or back of spoon, letting some glaze drizzle down side. Sprinkle reserved apricots and walnuts on top of cake.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 320, Carbohydrate 41 g, Cholesterol 75 mg, Fat 3, Fiber 1 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 135 mg, Sugar 27 g, TransFat 0 g
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Kuti Peller
[email protected]This cake was a bit too dry for my taste. I think I may have overbaked it. However, the flavor was still very good. I would definitely try this recipe again, but I would bake it for a shorter amount of time.
Muhammad Chandio
[email protected]I was a bit skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it! The cake was absolutely delicious. The walnuts and apricots added a perfect touch of sweetness and crunch. I will definitely be making this cake again.
Ssemujju Farouk
[email protected]This cake is so good! I love the moist texture and the flavor of the walnuts and apricots. I will definitely be making this cake again.
Song Betrand
[email protected]I've made this cake several times and it always turns out great. It's a classic recipe that everyone loves.
Aashish Sahani
[email protected]This is my go-to pound cake recipe. It's always a crowd pleaser.
maxwell dellar
[email protected]Not my favorite.
Becky Smith
[email protected]Would make again.
Nadia Sonnekus
[email protected]Meh.
Ndamoe Cassandra
[email protected]5 stars!
Norhanne Elgohariy
[email protected]Not worth the effort.
Amir Molla
[email protected]Just ok. Not as good as I expected.
Ronnie Baker
[email protected]Perfect for a special occasion.
Ahmed ABD ALGAFOOR
[email protected]Delicious and easy to make. A keeper!
Nqobile Zuma
[email protected]This cake was a hit at my party! Everyone loved the unique flavor and the moist texture. I will definitely be making this cake again.
Robet Tebor
[email protected]I found this recipe to be a bit bland. The flavors of the walnuts and apricots were not very noticeable. I would recommend adding more spices or extracts to give the cake more flavor.
21 Maejor
[email protected]This cake was a bit too sweet for my taste. I would have preferred a more balanced flavor profile with less sugar. However, the texture of the cake was perfect and it was very easy to make.
Maureen Nkhuwa
[email protected]I love the combination of walnuts and apricots in this pound cake. It's a unique and delicious flavor that I've never had before. The cake is also very moist and fluffy, which makes it perfect for a special occasion.
Salim Bashir
[email protected]This is the best pound cake recipe I've ever tried. It's so easy to make and always turns out perfect. The walnuts and apricots add a nice touch of flavor and texture. I've made this cake for parties and potlucks and it's always a hit.
BIYINZIKA PAUL
[email protected]This walnut apricot pound cake was a delightful treat! The flavors of the walnuts and apricots complemented each other perfectly, and the cake was moist and fluffy. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out beautifully. My family and friends lo