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Apple Cider Pound Cake

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This irresistible apple cider pound cake is rich, buttery, and infused with the sweet tang of apple cider, making it the perfect cozy dessert for fall.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup apple cider (reduced to 1/3 cup)
  • 2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • Pinch of nutmeg
  • 1 cup (225g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup (100g) brown sugar
  • 4 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup (120g) powdered sugar (optional, for glaze)
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider (optional, for glaze)

Instructions

  1. Reduce the Apple Cider: In a small saucepan, simmer 1 cup of apple cider over medium heat until it reduces to about 1/3 cup. Let it cool completely.
  2. Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan with butter or nonstick spray.
  3. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  4. Cream Butter and Sugars: In another bowl, use a mixer to beat softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
  5. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Mix in eggs, one at a time, then add vanilla extract.
  6. Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the cooled apple cider. Start and end with the dry ingredients.
  7. Pour Batter: Transfer the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread evenly.
  8. Bake: Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
  9. Optional Glaze: Mix powdered sugar with apple cider until smooth. Drizzle over the cooled cake.

Notes

Use room temperature ingredients for a smoother batter. Don’t overmix to avoid a dense cake. Let the cake cool completely before slicing for the best texture.

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