GRAND MARNIER CRANBERRY POUND CAKE

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This is a bit different than the usual pound cakes I've prepared. The combination of cranberries and orange liqueur is incredible. -Kathy Hunter, Woodland, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h10m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 cups dried cranberries
1/2 cup Grand Marnier (orange liqueur)
1/2 cup butter, softened
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
2 cups sugar
4 large eggs, room temperature
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
3/4 cup orange yogurt
GLAZE:
2 tablespoons Grand Marnier (orange liqueur)
1-1/4 to 1-1/2 cups confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Grease and flour a 10-in. fluted tube pan., In a microwave-safe bowl, toss cranberries with Grand Marnier; microwave, covered, on high just until heated through. Cool slightly., In a large bowl, beat butter, cream cheese and sugar until blended. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, salt and baking soda; add to butter mixture alternately with yogurt, beating well after each addition. Drain cranberries; fold cranberries into batter., Transfer batter to prepared pan. Bake 55-65 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pan 10 minutes before removing to a wire rack to cool completely., In a small bowl, mix Grand Marnier and enough confectioners' sugar to reach a drizzling consistency. Spoon over cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 425 calories, Fat 12g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 78mg cholesterol, Sodium 259mg sodium, Carbohydrate 71g carbohydrate (50g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

Ross Bogantes
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This cake is a must-try! It's the perfect balance of sweet and tart, and the glaze is the perfect finishing touch.


Kieran Bunyan
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This cake is a classic for a reason. It's simple to make and always delicious. I love the addition of cranberries and Grand Marnier.


Nomtha Zungu
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The cake was good, but it wasn't anything special. I've had better pound cakes.


Dash Cubing
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This cake was a disappointment. It was dry and flavorless. I won't be making it again.


Meme Family
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I've made this cake several times and it always turns out perfectly. It's my go-to recipe for pound cake.


Ulfat Mansuri
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This cake is so moist and flavorful! I love the combination of cranberries and Grand Marnier. It's the perfect cake for a special occasion.


Md Rofiqul
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I made this cake for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe. I'll definitely be making it again soon.


Monika Islam
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The cake was delicious, but the glaze was a bit too sweet for me. I would probably use less sugar next time.


Paras Sah
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This cake was a bit too dense for my taste, but the flavor was good. I think I'll try a different recipe next time.


Alban Hasani
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I've been making this cake for years, and it's always a family favorite. It's the perfect balance of sweet and tart, and the Grand Marnier glaze is always a hit. I highly recommend this recipe!


Logan Tom
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This was my first time making pound cake, and I'm so glad I chose this recipe. It was incredibly easy to make and the results were stunning. The cake was moist and flavorful, and the glaze was the perfect finishing touch. I will definitely be making


Jessie Lynn (Jessman)
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to follow and the cake always turns out perfectly. I've made it several times for different occasions and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Sornno Islam
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This Grand Marnier Cranberry Pound Cake was a hit at my holiday party! It was moist and flavorful, with a perfect balance of sweetness and tartness. The cranberries added a festive touch, and the Grand Marnier glaze gave it an extra boost of flavor.