St. Paddy’s Day Pound Cake

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 3

Delicious St. Paddy's Day Pound Cake recipe perfect for the holiday season

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

10 min

Cook

60 min

Ready In

70 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

440

Sugar

41g

Fat

19g

St. Paddy's Day Pound Cake is a festive dessert that is perfect for the holiday season. The pound cake itself is light and fluffy, with a nutty pistachio flavor. The whipped topping adds a touch of creaminess and a pop of green, making it perfect for St. Patrick's Day celebrations. This recipe is easy to make and requires only a few ingredients, making it a great choice for those who want to whip up a festive dessert without spending too much time in the kitchen.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2.	Grease and flour a loaf pan.
3.	In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, drained pineapple, milk, and pistachio pudding mix. Mix well until combined.
4.	Pour the mixture into the prepared loaf pan.
5.	Bake for 50 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center of the pound cake comes out clean.
6.	Remove the pound cake from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.
7.	In a separate bowl, combine the whipped topping and green food coloring. Mix well.
8.	When the pound cake has cooled, remove it from the pan and place it on a serving platter.
9.	Spread the whipped topping mixture over the top of the pound cake.

PROS

This pound cake is perfect for St.
Paddy’s Day and can be decorated with shamrocks or other festive symbols.

The recipe is easy to make and requires only a few ingredients.

The pistachio pudding mix gives the pound cake a unique flavor and adds a twist to the traditional recipe.

CONS

This pound cake is high in sugar and fat, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

The green food coloring used in this recipe is not natural and can cause adverse reactions in some people with food sensitivities.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this recipe is not particularly healthy, it can be enjoyed as an occasional treat in moderation.
The pistachio pudding mix used in the recipe may have some health benefits as it contains healthy fats and protein.
Pistachios have also been linked to improving heart health and aiding in weight management.

	1 lb cake , loaf
	1 can crushed pineapple , drained
	1 cup milk
	1 package pistachio pudding mix
	1 carton whipped topping
	2 drops green food coloring