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Decadent Whiskey Caramel Pound Cake Recipe with Easy Luscious Glaze

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A rich, buttery pound cake infused with whiskey caramel and topped with a luscious glaze, perfect for any occasion and easy to make.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (227g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1¾ cups (350g) granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2¾ cups (345g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup (120ml) whole milk, room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • ¼ cup (60ml) whiskey (bourbon or rye)
  • ½ cup (120ml) caramel sauce (homemade or store-bought)
  • For the glaze:
  • 1 cup (120g) powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter
  • 2 tablespoons whiskey
  • 2 tablespoons caramel sauce

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5 inch loaf pan thoroughly.
  2. In a large bowl, beat 1 cup unsalted butter with 1¾ cups granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 4 to 5 minutes.
  3. Add 4 large eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  4. Stir in 2 teaspoons vanilla extract and ¼ cup whiskey gently but thoroughly.
  5. In a separate bowl, sift together 2¾ cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking powder, and ½ teaspoon salt.
  6. Add the flour mixture to the butter mixture in three parts, alternating with ½ cup whole milk, starting and ending with flour. Mix gently after each addition.
  7. Fold in ½ cup caramel sauce gently, swirling it through the batter.
  8. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
  9. Bake for 60 to 70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs. Start checking at 55 minutes.
  10. Let the cake cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  11. Prepare the glaze by whisking together 1 cup powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons melted butter, 2 tablespoons whiskey, and 2 tablespoons caramel sauce until smooth. Adjust consistency if needed.
  12. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cake and let it set for about 30 minutes before slicing.

Notes

Cream butter and sugar thoroughly for a light texture. Fold dry ingredients gently to avoid toughness. Watch baking time closely after 55 minutes to prevent overbaking. Let cake cool completely before glazing to prevent glaze from melting. For variations, try adding nuts, spices, or chocolate chips. Gluten-free and dairy-free substitutions are possible as noted.

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