Cinnamon and Amaretto Pound Cake

Cinnamon and Amaretto Pound Cake
  • PREP TIME
    15 mins
  • COOK TIME
    55 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    2 hrs
  • SERVING
    10 People
  • VIEWS
    18

Elevate your brunch with this exquisite pound cake, infused with the warm spice of cinnamon and the subtle almond notes of Amaretto. A moist, tender crumb and a delicate glaze make it an irresistible treat.

Ingridients

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    72 g
  • Cholesterol
    136 mg
  • Fiber
    1 g
  • Protein
    7 g
  • Saturated Fat
    15 g
  • Sodium
    434 mg
  • Sugar
    47 g
  • Fat
    26 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View 5 mins Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 10-inch fluted tube pan. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View 3 mins In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, salt, and nutmeg. (3 minutes)

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Recipe View 10 mins In a large bowl, cream together sugar and butter until light and fluffy using an electric mixer. Beat in eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in sour cream, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 1 teaspoon almond extract. (10 minutes)

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Recipe View 7 mins Gradually add half of the flour mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined. Gently pour in 1/3 cup Amaretto liqueur. Add the remaining flour mixture, blending until just combined. The batter will be thick. Pour evenly into the prepared tube pan. (7 minutes)

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Recipe View 1 hrs Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, approximately 55-60 minutes. (60 minutes)

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Recipe View 50 mins Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely. (50 minutes)

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Recipe View 5 mins To make the glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, heavy cream, 2 teaspoons Amaretto liqueur, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1/4 teaspoon almond extract, and 1/8 teaspoon salt until smooth. Add more heavy cream if the glaze is too thick. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View 2 mins Pour the glaze over the cooled cake. Garnish with sliced almonds and a sprinkle of cinnamon. (2 minutes)

For an extra layer of flavor, brush the cooled cake with a bit of Amaretto liqueur before glazing.
Make sure all ingredients are at room temperature for best results.
Store the cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.2/ 5 ( 6 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (3)
  • Jermain Trantow

    This recipe is fantastic! The cake is incredibly moist and the glaze adds the perfect touch of sweetness.

  • Kathlyn Lynch

    I've made this cake several times and it's always a hit. The Amaretto flavor is subtle but definitely noticeable.

  • Lindsey Jenkins

    Easy to follow instructions and a delicious outcome. I especially appreciate the tips for variations.

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