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Almond Pound Cake

Duncan Hines® Recipe

Almond Pound Cake

Hands-On Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 2 hours
Servings: Makes 12 to 16 servings.
Rating: 29 Discussions
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Marie28
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Marie28 (1 discussion) on Apr 30, 2012 at 11:30 AM
I'm a good baker and like the Duncan Hines products, always benefitted from the recipes on the spine of the box which have now been removed, which it can be put back. Thanks
Marma
Comment by: Marma (no discussions) on May 8, 2012 at 06:49 PM
I agree I miss the different recipes on the spine of the box also!
MegB
Comment by: MegB (no discussions) on May 11, 2012 at 09:56 AM
Reinstating the recipes on the box is a great way to encourage us, as home bakers, to try new things for our families and use some of the new products Duncan Hines comes out with as incorporated into the recipe.

floridabaker
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floridabaker (1 discussion) on Apr 5, 2012 at 06:53 PM
I want to make a Spice Pound Cake but don't know which instant pudding I should use? Vanilla maybe? Then what kind of frosting for the glaze? Thanks for your help!

laurars515
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laurars515 (1 discussion) on Apr 1, 2012 at 01:01 AM
People love this... with a simple scalded milk, powdered sugar, and a tad of almond extract glaze? Beautiful thing! :)
MegB
Comment by: MegB (no discussions) on May 11, 2012 at 09:58 AM
I think I'll try that on my Almond Pound cake. Sounds yummy!

HAWGY1
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HAWGY1 (1 discussion) on Feb 9, 2012 at 04:30 PM
This is a very good & easy recipe. I used the Duncan Hines Amazing Glaze to top this cake. I have used a variation of this recipe to make a lemon-blueberry bundt cake. You use a lemon flavored cake mix, lemon juice & zest with fresh bluberries when they are in season. A wonderful tasting & easy to make dessert.

Tn.Charlot
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Tn.Charlot (5 discussions) on Dec 29, 2011 at 06:44 PM
I made this last week, so know this recipe is a keeper. I'll try the glaze suggestions next time although it needs nothing as it is.

ballin4nikki
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ballin4nikki (1 discussion) on Nov 22, 2011 at 04:28 PM
AMAZING recipe. I also followed the recipe as is for the cake. I topped it with a vanilla almond glaze (confectioners sugar, evaporated milk, melted butter, vanilla extract, & almond extract), and toasted almonds for garnish. All my coworkers RAVED about how gorgeous it looked, and tasted. I even received several requests for future events. This will definitely be a keeper for me!

oldgirl
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oldgirl (1 discussion) on Nov 13, 2011 at 02:22 PM
This was awesome.... I followed the recipe for the cake but made an Almond sryup, with some almond liquier, sugar, butter, water and brought it to a boil and cooked for a couple of mins... poured it over the hot cake in the pan and it was to die for... I will be making this one again....Even better the next day!!!!!
norshere
Comment by: norshere (no discussions) on Dec 2, 2011 at 06:03 AM
How did you make the almond syrup. I have one that calls for 1 cup water, 1 cup sugar, and 2 sticks of butter. I thought that was a bit much butter. Be interested in knowing yours. thanks
denisegauss
Comment by: denisegauss (no discussions) on Mar 25, 2012 at 05:04 PM
can I please have the recipe for your almond syrup. Would like to try it thanks

lakegirl17
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lakegirl17 (2 discussions) on Oct 7, 2011 at 09:18 PM
Awesome...doubled the almond extract...almond glaze on top with toasted almonds. RAVE REVIEWS

alwjw
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alwjw (1 discussion) on Oct 1, 2011 at 03:59 PM
I have baked 3 of these and I leave out the almond extract and put about a 1/2 tsp. vanilla in it and it is just awesome, this is the cake for our family now can't wait to bake another one and try the almond pste.Thanks

suefalls
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suefalls (2 discussions) on Aug 9, 2011 at 04:37 PM
I want to add instant pudding mix (sm box) to the Banana Cake Mix. Do I need to change any of the amts of the other ingredients when I do this? will the baking time be the same?
jdsmith
Comment by: jdsmith (no discussions) on Feb 14, 2012 at 01:58 PM
No, you can use any D,H. cake mix and add the pudding of your choice. My grandmother and great aunts also use jello in their cake mixes...esp. in the summer for strawberry, orange, etc.
I just made a pound/bundt cake using D.H. yellow cake mix, strawberry instant jello and an instant white choc. pudding jello. I added some food coloring and will add a choc. glaze for Valentines day. This is a very easy cake and you can make lots of combinations. I also use melted butter in place of the oil from time to time.

sayharley
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sayharley (1 discussion) on Jul 28, 2011 at 06:04 PM
Very good. My whole family loved it. It was actually better the next day. Go ahead and bake it for friends, church family, or afternoon brunch there won't be any left.

agless
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agless (88 discussions) on Jun 5, 2011 at 07:37 PM
Sounds yummy, love almond flavor and pound cakes.

gingerkrantz
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gingerkrantz (1 discussion) on May 13, 2011 at 08:04 PM
Absolutely LOVE this cake! It's super easy but better yet, it's one of the most moist and light cakes I've ever made. I add slightly more almond extract as my family is crazy about almond.

Allons97
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Allons97 (1 discussion) on Apr 23, 2011 at 06:19 PM
I made this cake minus the almonds to go into an English Trifle. I added almonds to the top of the dessert. So wonderful with all the fresh fruit and custard...... Made it super special

kdherrmann
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kdherrmann (1 discussion) on Mar 20, 2011 at 01:34 PM
I made this cake for church coffee hour this morning. It was very good!!!

coll345
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coll345 (1 discussion) on Mar 16, 2011 at 01:20 PM
I made these as cupcakes. SOO good.
bevdriggs
Comment by: bevdriggs (5 discussions) on Aug 5, 2011 at 02:04 AM
when u baked the cupcake.. what temp & how long? did they have the same density as a pund cake? i am DYIING to make these!

perfume
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perfume (17 discussions) on Feb 9, 2011 at 06:00 AM
Absolutely Delicious!

kjwillard
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kjwillard (1 discussion) on Feb 5, 2011 at 09:55 AM
Can you make this is a 9 x 13 pan if so for how long?
podec
Comment by: podec (2 discussions) on Feb 20, 2011 at 02:08 PM
Since this recipe says 40-45 for a Bundt pan & the cake box says 43-48 for a Bundt, you could just follow the timing for a 13x9 & bake 32-35 min as the box states. I'd give it the toothpick test at 30 min & then just add a couple minutes at a time if it's not done at 30 min.
Might not have the same density or crumb if baked in a shallow pan though.

grammysherry
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grammysherry (3 discussions) on Jan 12, 2011 at 01:30 PM
I followed the recipe exactly, except omitted the 3/4 cup almonds. My family was so impressed with the moistness of this cake! A keeper for sure!!!

apimentel
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apimentel (1 discussion) on Jan 11, 2011 at 02:04 PM
Should I mix Instant chocolate Pudding with Classic Yellow Mix?
ShannyCakes
Comment by: ShannyCakes (no discussions) on Jun 27, 2011 at 10:56 AM
Yes, mixing instant chocolate pudding with a yellow cake mix makes a wonderful, moist pound cake. After baking and taking out of the pan, glaze with confectioner's sugar and a little milk. I used to make these for my grandmother many years ago and it was her favorite cake.

cakemomof2
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cakemomof2 (1 discussion) on Dec 20, 2010 at 04:11 PM
Just made this today with what i had in the house. Used a french vanilla cake mix, cheesecake pudding and omitted the sliced almonds. I baked it in 2 8" cake pans. The tops I cut off to make flat tasted awesome, even warm right out of the oven!!! Going to use powdered sugar with a Christmas stencil to decorate. Can't wait to try the finished product at the Christmas parties.

hotelmomma
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hotelmomma (2 discussions) on Nov 21, 2010 at 06:24 PM
I downloaded this recipe, I omited this almond flavoring and added a small can of Almond paste. The Entire Can. It makes the cake additive! Your guest will be drawn back to the cake again & agian until all the crumbs are gone. I do not use a frosting, just a dusting of powder sugar through a sifter.
I also sprinkle a few almond slices in the botton of the pan before adding the cake mix, Makes a pretty top.

bigtaylors
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bigtaylors (2 discussions) on Aug 2, 2010 at 07:57 PM
This look tooooooo delicious I can't wait to try this..

leeannraf
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leeannraf (3 discussions) on May 27, 2010 at 09:27 AM
I have to make this one...Sounds delicious. Am expecting company over the weekend. Will try it!

Dutchgirl
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Dutchgirl (1 discussion) on May 3, 2010 at 08:59 PM
This is a wonderful recipe. I used Duncan Hines Butter recipe cakemix. The extra butter flavor added to the flavor. We had 25 people over for dessert. The cake was a hit.

SueBerg60
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SueBerg60 (1 discussion) on Mar 27, 2010 at 09:55 AM
This is very good and so easy to make. I took it to work to share. Everyone raved about it.

kaitiesgrandma
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kaitiesgrandma (1 discussion) on Mar 25, 2010 at 11:45 AM
This cake is the best for most any occasion. The only change I make is that I make a half recipe of butter cream frosting using a half teaspoon of almond flavoring thined to pouring consistency by putting in microwave for 30 seconds or so and then drizzle over the top of the cake. Once the frosting in on the cake I top the cake with two tablespoons of sliced almonds. I usuall serve it with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. My grandchildren, their parents, and our friends all rave about this cake.

friendlysoul
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friendlysoul (1 discussion) on Jan 13, 2010 at 05:57 PM
This is a great recipe and so easy to make! I had bought a box of Duncan Hines white cake mix in error about a week ago and instead of returning it for another variety, I did a search thru the DH website and decided on this recipe. This cake was a hit - moist, flavorful and yummy!

litayu
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litayu (4 discussions) on Sep 2, 2009 at 08:50 PM
I've been making this recipe for over two years and it is a big hit in the office. I get a request for it at least twice a month. It's moist and light with just a hint of almond.




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