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Christmas Pound Cake Recipe

Christmas Pound Cake Recipe
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This festive Christmas Pound Cake combines rich butter, sweetened condensed milk, and warm vanilla flavors with the delightful texture of chopped walnuts and dates. Perfectly moist and dense, this classic dessert is ideal for holiday gatherings and celebrations.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1 1/3 cups flour
  • 3/4 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup (2 sticks) butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 3/4 cup sweetened condensed milk
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 3 eggs

Add-ins

  • 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
  • 1/2 cup chopped dates

Instructions

  1. Prepare Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, mix the flour and baking powder together. Set this mixture aside for later use.
  2. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a separate large bowl, cream the softened butter, sugar, and salt together until the mixture becomes light and fluffy, which helps incorporate air for a tender crumb.
  3. Add Condensed Milk: Pour in the sweetened condensed milk and mix well until fully combined and smooth.
  4. Incorporate Flour Mixture: Gradually add the flour and baking powder mix to the wet ingredients. Mix gently until no dry flour streaks remain, being careful not to overmix.
  5. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time along with the vanilla extract. Mix until everything is well combined and the batter is smooth.
  6. Fold in Nuts and Dates: Gently fold the chopped walnuts and dates into the batter, distributing them evenly without knocking out the air.
  7. Bake the Cake: Pour the batter into a greased loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula. Bake in a preheated oven at 325°F (163°C) for 75 to 85 minutes, or until a knife inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Cool and Serve: Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Slice and serve as a festive dessert or snack.

Notes

  • You can substitute walnuts with pecans or almonds for a different nutty flavor.
  • Make sure the butter is at room temperature to achieve the best creaming texture.
  • Check the cake around 70 minutes to avoid overbaking; oven temperatures can vary.
  • For extra moisture, wrap leftover cake in plastic wrap and store at room temperature for up to 3 days.
  • If you prefer a sweeter cake, sprinkle powdered sugar on top after it cools.

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