Papa’s Apple Pound Cake

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 2
Papa's Apple Pound Cake – A Delicious Way to End a Meal
in Dessert

Prep

30 min

Cook

50-60 min

Ready In

1 hr 30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/3 cup raisins
1 tablespoon dark rum
2 1/2 teaspoons dark rum
2 fuji apples , peeled and cored
1 cup all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour ( plus flour for the baking pan )
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
8 1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter , at room temperature ( plus butter for the baking pan )
1 1/2 cups confectioners ' sugar
3 large eggs , at room temperature
4 tablespoons apricot jam , melted and still warm

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8-10
Calories
420
Sugar
35g
Fat
18g
Papa's Apple Pound Cake is an all-time favorite dessert in the United States made with fresh apples and raisins combined with dark rum. It’s ideal for those who have a sweet tooth and love traditional American desserts. Papa's Apple Pound Cake features a moist texture and a rich, fruity flavor that is perfect for enjoying after a meal. It’s also a great option for a quick tea-time snack. This recipe is a classic and easy to prepare, so you should give it a try.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 325°F.
2.Soak raisins in water for 15-20 minutes and drain them afterward. Add 1 tablespoon of dark rum and leave it aside to rest.
3.Cut apples into small pieces and mix them with 1/2 teaspoon dark rum.
4.Mix 1 cup flour with baking powder in a separate bowl.
5.In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Gradually add flour mixture and mix well.
6.Add raisins and apples to the batter, stirring until well combined.
7.Pour batter into a buttered and floured 9x5 inch loaf pan and smooth the surface of the cake batter.
8.Bake for 50-60 minutes; until the cake has turned golden or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
9.In a small bowl, mix apricot jam with 1 teaspoon of dark rum. Brush the mixture on the cake while it's still warm. Let it cool completely and serve sliced.

PROS

Papa’s Apple Pound Cake is an easy-to-make, delicious dessert that everyone will love.
This cake is moist, flavorful and perfect for any occasion.

The combination of raisins and apples makes this cake healthy and tasty, while dark rum adds a unique flavor to it.

It’s also an excellent way to use up any extra apples you have lying around!

CONS

This cake contains high amounts of sugar, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a healthy diet.
Furthermore, it has a significant number of calories, which can lead to weight gain if consumed excessively or regularly.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Apples are rich in antioxidants, flavonoids, and dietary fiber that can help ward off different disease conditions. They help regulate blood sugar levels and promote weight loss.
Dark rum contains antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds that can boost your immune system and improve your overall health. It has also been shown to help reduce anxiety and stress levels.

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