Fried Pound Cake with Orange Syrup
Transform your dessert game with this indulgent Fried Pound Cake with Orange Syrup—a quick and easy recipe perfect for elevating a simple treat into a show-stopping dessert. Thick slices of pound cake are sautéed in golden butter until crisp and caramelized, creating a delightfully crunchy exterior that pairs beautifully with the soft, buttery interior. The magic, however, lies in the luscious orange syrup, made with freshly squeezed orange juice, vibrant zest, and a hint of vanilla for a citrusy twist that’s both sweet and tangy. Drizzle this warm syrup over the fried cake and finish with a dusting of powdered sugar for a visually stunning and utterly delicious dessert. Ready in just 25 minutes, this recipe is ideal for dinner parties, family gatherings, or whenever you’re craving a cozy yet elegant sweet treat. Perfect keywords for this recipe include "fried pound cake," "orange syrup dessert," and "quick elegant dessert ideas."
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 loaf Pound cake (store-bought or homemade)
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 cup Fresh orange juice
- 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon Orange zest
- 0.5 teaspoons Pure vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon Powdered sugar (for garnish)
Instructions
Cut the pound cake into 1-inch-thick slices, yielding approximately 6-8 slices depending on the size of your loaf.
In a medium saucepan, combine the orange juice, granulated sugar, and orange zest. Place over medium heat and stir until the sugar dissolves. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and let it cook for 5-7 minutes, or until slightly thickened. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Set aside to cool slightly.
In a large non-stick skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Once melted and bubbling, add half of the pound cake slices in a single layer. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy. Remove the slices from the skillet and repeat the process with the remaining butter and pound cake slices.
To serve, place the fried pound cake slices on a plate and drizzle generously with the warm orange syrup. Garnish with a light dusting of powdered sugar.
Enjoy immediately while the cake is warm and the syrup is slightly sticky!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2351 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 114.8 g | 147% | |
| Saturated Fat | 63.0 g | 315% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 430 mg | 143% | |
| Sodium | 883 mg | 38% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 310.1 g | 113% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.6 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 237.4 g | ||
| Protein | 20.2 g | 40% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 132 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 5.7 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 762 mg | 16% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
