SESAME POUND CAKE

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Jane Finney's seed-studded cake has a pleasant crunch. "It's wonderful garnished with fresh fruit," suggests this East Grand Forks, Minnesota cook.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h20m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup butter, softened
1 cup sugar
4 large eggs
1/2 cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1/3 cup sesame seeds, toasted, divided
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
Fresh fruit, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Combine milk, vanilla and lemon zest; set aside. Reserve 1 tablespoon sesame seeds. Combine remaining sesame seeds with the flour, baking powder and salt. Add dry ingredients to creamed mixture alternately with milk mixture, beating well after each addition. , Pour into a greased and floured 9x5-in. loaf pan. Sprinkle with reserved sesame seeds. Bake at 325° for 60-70 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool in pan for 10 minutes before removing to a wire rack to cool completely. Serve with fruit if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 391 calories, Fat 23g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 136mg cholesterol, Sodium 400mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

lewis muzundu
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I highly recommend this recipe. It's easy to follow and the results are amazing.


Nazir Masood
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This cake is so moist and flavorful. It's the perfect dessert for any occasion.


Lisa Alexander
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I love the nutty flavor of the sesame seeds in this cake. It's a unique and delicious twist on a classic recipe.


Nalubega Sophia
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I've made this cake several times and it always turns out perfect. It's a family favorite!


Shobuj Ahamed
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This cake is perfect for a special occasion or just a regular day. It's sure to please everyone.


Gaming SAGOR
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I'm not usually a fan of pound cake, but this one changed my mind. It's so delicious!


Alex Kedoki
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This cake is everything I was hoping for and more. It's moist, flavorful, and has the perfect crumb.


Tevita Laloni
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's my new go-to pound cake recipe.


Robin Soto
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This cake is a keeper! I'll definitely be making it again and again.


Rigoberto Toscano
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I highly recommend this recipe to anyone who loves pound cake. You won't be disappointed.


hamza kh
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This cake is perfect for any occasion. I've made it for birthdays, holidays, and even just because.


KEVEN_ CALANGUINHO
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's so easy to make and the results are always amazing.


EDCOLLINX
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I followed the recipe exactly and the cake turned out perfectly. It was so delicious!


Elijah Gichana
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This is the best pound cake I've ever had! I'll definitely be making it again.


Lucas Payne
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I made this cake for my family and they all loved it! It was gone in no time.


Fallon Harris
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This cake is so moist and flavorful! I love the nutty flavor of the sesame seeds.


Thabisile Luthuli
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I've tried many pound cake recipes, but this one is definitely my favorite. It's so easy to make and always turns out perfect.


Alex Ander
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This sesame pound cake was a hit at my dinner party! It was moist, flavorful, and had the perfect amount of sweetness.