Pound Cake with Granola
Elevate your dessert game with this irresistible Pound Cake with Granola, where buttery richness meets a delightful crunch. This recipe combines the classic, moist texture of pound cake with a nutty granola topping that’s sweetened to perfection with a drizzle of honey. The granola adds a rustic charm and satisfying texture, making each bite a delightful contrast of creamy and crunchy. Simple yet impressive, this loaf-style cake is baked to golden perfection in just over an hour, making it an ideal treat for brunch, dessert, or a comforting afternoon snack. Pair it with coffee or tea for a cozy indulgence that's sure to satisfy your sweet tooth. Perfect for home bakers looking to put a creative twist on traditional pound cake, this recipe is a crowd-pleasing favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1.5 cups granulated sugar
- 4 eggs, large
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 cup whole milk
- 1 cup granola
- 0.25 cup honey (for drizzling)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a standard 9x5-inch loaf pan and line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar together using an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Then mix in the vanilla extract until combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture in three additions, alternating with the milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined; avoid overmixing.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
Sprinkle the granola evenly over the top of the batter, gently pressing it down to adhere.
Bake the pound cake in the preheated oven for 55-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. If the granola starts to brown too much before the cake is fully baked, tent the pan with aluminum foil.
Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Once the cake is fully cooled, drizzle honey over the granola topping for added sweetness and shine.
Slice and serve as desired. This cake pairs wonderfully with a cup of coffee or tea!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4878 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 247.9 g | 318% | |
| Saturated Fat | 135.0 g | 675% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1275 mg | 425% | |
| Sodium | 1438 mg | 63% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 611.0 g | 222% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.4 g | 62% | |
| Total Sugars | 380.6 g | ||
| Protein | 71.8 g | 144% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.3 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 442 mg | 34% | |
| Iron | 20.4 mg | 113% | |
| Potassium | 1473 mg | 31% | |
*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.
