Orange Crush Pound Cake
Bright, zesty, and irresistibly moist, Orange Crush Pound Cake is a dessert that brings vibrant citrus flavor to every bite. This show-stopping cake gets its unique twist from the addition of Orange Crush soda, lending both a subtle fizz and a bold burst of orange flavor to the rich, buttery batter. Baked to golden perfection, the pound cake is crowned with a luscious glaze made from fresh orange juice, orange zest, and powdered sugar, creating a stunning, glossy finish. Perfect for any occasion, this easy-to-make recipe combines classic techniques with a playful, nostalgic ingredient to delight your taste buds. With its light citrus aroma and tender crumb, this crowd-pleaser is sure to be the highlight of your dessert table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Unsalted butter, softened
- 2.5 cups Granulated sugar
- 5 pieces Large eggs
- 3 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 1 cup Orange Crush soda
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 1.5 cups Powdered sugar
- 3 tablespoons Fresh orange juice
- 1 tablespoon Orange zest
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease and flour a Bundt pan or a loaf pan to prevent sticking.
In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together with a hand or stand mixer on medium speed for 3-5 minutes until light and fluffy.
Add the eggs one at a time to the butter-sugar mixture, beating well after each addition until fully incorporated.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the Orange Crush soda. Begin and end with the dry ingredients. Mix gently on low speed to avoid over-mixing.
Stir in the vanilla extract until evenly combined.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and use a spatula to smooth the top.
Bake for 70-75 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. If the top starts browning too quickly, cover it loosely with foil during the last 15 minutes.
Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 15 minutes. Then, transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
To make the glaze, whisk together the powdered sugar, fresh orange juice, and orange zest in a small bowl until smooth.
Drizzle the orange glaze over the cooled pound cake, allowing it to cascade down the sides.
Let the glaze set for 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy your Orange Crush Pound Cake!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
6132 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 220.9 g | 283% | |
| Saturated Fat | 129.6 g | 648% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1447 mg | 482% | |
| Sodium | 2066 mg | 90% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 998.4 g | 363% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.4 g | 41% | |
| Total Sugars | 710.2 g | ||
| Protein | 69.8 g | 140% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.0 mcg | 25% | |
| Calcium | 256 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 22.3 mg | 124% | |
| Potassium | 917 mg | 20% | |
*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.
