Early American Cornmeal Pound Cake

Jun 07, 2023June 7, 20230 2
Enjoy a classic American dessert with Early American Cornmeal Pound Cake
in Dessert

Prep

15 min

Cook

50-60 min

Ready In

75 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

6 tablespoons butter
1 cup sugar
4 eggs
1 1/4 cups sifted pastry flour
3/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 cup sifted white cornmeal
1/8 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg ( or 1/4 teaspoon prepared ground nutmeg )
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
2 teaspoons brandy , preferably apple brandy

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
431
Sugar
31g
Fat
22g
Early American Cornmeal Pound Cake is a classic dessert that has been enjoyed for generations. Originating from the colonial era, this cake was an inexpensive way to satisfy a sweet tooth using basic ingredients such as butter, sugar, and cornmeal. The pound cake gets its name from the traditional method of measuring ingredients for the recipe: one pound of butter, one pound of sugar, one pound of flour, and one pound of eggs. However, this recipe has been adapted to include modern measurements and ingredients suitable for home baking. This versatile cake can be served on any occasion, from a simple afternoon tea to a grand dinner party.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
2.In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
3.Beat in the eggs one at a time.
4.In a separate bowl, sift the flour and baking powder together.
5.Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, followed by the cornmeal, nutmeg, cinnamon, vanilla, and brandy. Mix until well combined.
6.Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for approximately 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
7.Let the cake cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

PROS

This pound cake has a rich, buttery flavor with a slight crunch from the cornmeal.

It can be enjoyed plain or with whipped cream and fresh fruit for an extra touch of sweetness.

CONS

As with most desserts, this pound cake is high in calories and sugar.

It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this pound cake may not be the healthiest option, the cornmeal adds a small amount of fiber which can aid in digestion.
It also contains small amounts of calcium and iron.

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