Poundcake Filled With Fresh Raspberries Recipe (2024)

By Molly O'Neill

Poundcake Filled With Fresh Raspberries Recipe (1)

Total Time
1 hour 40 minutes
Rating
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From the outside, this looks like your standard, run-of-the mill poundcake. But slice into it, and you'll discover a ruby-red row of raspberries nestled into the sour cream-lemon cake. It's light yet moist, and the perfect end to a warm-weather meal. Serve with a dollop of whipped cream or Greek yogurt.

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Ingredients

Yield:8 servings

  • ½cup unsalted butter, at room temperature, plus additional for greasing pan
  • cups sugar
  • teaspoons grated lemon zest
  • 3large eggs
  • 1teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2cups all-purpose flour, plus additional for pan
  • ½teaspoon baking soda
  • 1teaspoon baking powder
  • ½teaspoon salt
  • ¾cup sour cream
  • 2cups fresh raspberries

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Nutritional analysis per serving (8 servings)

424 calories; 18 grams fat; 10 grams saturated fat; 0 grams trans fat; 5 grams monounsaturated fat; 1 gram polyunsaturated fat; 60 grams carbohydrates; 3 grams dietary fiber; 34 grams sugars; 7 grams protein; 306 milligrams sodium

Note: The information shown is Edamam’s estimate based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.

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Preparation

  1. Step

    1

    Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line a 9-inch loaf pan with parchment paper then butter and flour it. Using an electric mixer, cream together the butter and sugar until light. Mix in the lemon zest. Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing until light and fluffy. Mix in the vanilla.

  2. Step

    2

    Sift together the flour, baking soda, baking powder and salt. Add the dry ingredients to the batter alternately with the sour cream, mixing just to combine. Spread half of the batter in the prepared pan. Cover with the raspberries. Top with the remaining batter, smoothing out the top.

  3. Step

    3

    Bake until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean, about 1 hour and 20 minutes. Place on a rack to cool. Turn the cake out of the pan and dust the top with powdered sugar. Cut into slices and serve.

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Ariel

Great and easy recipe. Beware though, I put my timer on for 1 hour 10 minutes and the top was already a bit burnt when I took it out. So just make sure to watch it. even with a slight burn it's still so good and the raspberry looks so pretty.

Beth

I have beautiful freshly picked blueberries. When I came to NYT site this AM to find a recipe, I was welcomed with photo of raspberry pound cake. Oh, yum, but today I have blueberries. Has anyone successfully made this substitution? I cannot think of any overt contraindications, except a possible difference in liquid/moisture. Does anyone know or have suggestions?

Sitora

Could this be made in a bundt pan?

Dee

I substituted strawberries for raspberries (strawberries were on sale and were ripe, raspberries were not) but otherwise did not change the recipe. It was great! The cake was moist and tasty. Not too dense either, for a pound cake.

Susan Alexander

Good. Used blueberries rather than raspberries and it was fine.

JK

Forget lemons, used lime zest instead. Bake time was 5 minutes shorter. It was fantastic. We served with fresh whip cream, think a light citrus glaze would be nice too.

kissam3

Amazing recipe! Fast, easy and foolproof. And elegant and delicious enough to be impressive. I set my timer for 1 hour and the cake was ready at that point.

Asquared

Next time I would make this a day or two in advance - it seemed more moist the next day. Goes well plain with tea or coffee, or with plain, thick yogurt (Greek or skir).

Es

Excellent and easy, this cake is pretty with its row of fruit in the middle. It keeps well--I served it the day after I made it--and I imagine it will keep for a few days longer. It's light so you could serve fruit and/or whipped cream on the side but it really doesn't need anything.
I will make this frequently.

Debbie

I baked this and everyone was impressed!

Pam from NJ

A really lovely cake that I think would be just as good on its own, sans raspberries. A well put-together recipe.

Paige

This was one of the most delicious desserts I’ve tried from NYT! Unlike some other commenters, my cake did need the full 1 hr 20 to be done in the middle. I covered it with foil at 45 min to keep the top from burning. The end result was a perfectly moist cake that was light brown on the outside.

Emily

Made exactly as is and it turned out perfect! Delicious!

K

Delicious pound cake. Served with fresh strawberries and homemade whipped cream. Made recipe as is except orange zest instead of lemon zest and reduced the sugar to a little under 1 cup. Also, added foil for the last 10 min of baking as others suggested. Needed the full 1 hour 20 min bake time.

JessicaH

Love the lemon flavor and it has a tender crumb though a bit sweet. I covered mine with some foil after an hour since it was nicely browned. I did bake it the entire recommended time. Topped with some strawberry compote I made the previous week and a sprinkle of confectioners sugar- very yummy. Will make again.

AKG

I made this with a mix of strawberries and blackberries that needed to be used up. It took only 1 hour and 5 minutes to bake in my admittedly slightly hot-running oven. Very satisfying tea or breakfast cake that comes together in a snap.

Patty S

I used a dark metal 9” loaf pan and it was done at 1 hour, so definitely check it early.

May

It’s a great cake. 1 hour and 20 mins is spot on for my oven. But definitely need to check after one hour of baking. I half the sugar and I prefer the cake less sweet. The raspberry added a nice flavor and texture to the cake. I will make this again.

SW

I used frozen raspberries. Turned out fine! My sour cream was really pasty, so I was worried about the cake being dry. It’s not the most moist cake I’ve ever had but it’s definitely not dry.

Gina

It came out delicious for someone who is a rookie in the baking department. The oven time was way less than what the receipt states, had it for only 50 min, any more would have been too much.

Joe

Used an 8 1/2 inch pan (I didn't realize that's the only size I have until after the fact), turned out just fine, though a little dry and definitely needs the yogurt/whipped cream. Lovely cake, can't wait to make it again.

David

This turned out great. I used freshly frozen raspberries, and far more than the recipe suggested, and it worked. I did have to cover it with tinfoil part of the way through the bake time so it didn't get too dark on top though.

Carrie

This is outrageously good. I used regular low-fat yogurt in place of the sour cream (that’s what was in the fridge) and it turned out beautifully.

Renee

We made a lovely topping for the cake, using leftover sour cream, orange juice and confectioners sugar.

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Poundcake Filled With Fresh Raspberries Recipe (2024)

FAQs

How do you keep jam from sinking in a cake? ›

Here are some thoughts about this:
  1. The batter must be thick enough. ...
  2. The jam must be not too liquid, or it'll also mix. ...
  3. Possibly have a thin layer of flour over the first layer of batter to make sure moisture is absorbed in that area.
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What makes a pound cake gummy? ›

Those gluey pound cake streaks happen when your over-cream the butter and sugar. The cake rises in the oven and then it quickly collapses a bit while cooling which causes those gummy streaks. To prevent this, use a low speed with creaming and do so just until combined and fluffy, about 3 minutes.

Can you add jam to cake mix? ›

Jam. We tested the addition of jam in boxed cake batter in two ways: as a swirl in the pan right before baking, as well as fully incorporating it into the batter. The former created a greasy, oily cake that felt under-baked due to the jam's extra moisture, while the latter route wasn't flavorful enough.

What is raspberry cake made of? ›

In a mixing bowl, combine the cake mix, eggs, oil, gelatin, and thawed raspberries; mix 3 minutes with an electric mixer. Spread batter in a greased and floured 13x9 inch baking pan. Bake in a 325° oven for about 50 minutes or until a pick comes out clean; cool. Frost cooled cake, cut into squares and serve.

How do you keep raspberries from sinking in a cake? ›

Simply toss the fruit in a small bowl with a small scoop of flour and add the lightly covered fruit to your cake mix and follow the rest of the recipe as normal. The light flour coating helps the fruit to 'stick' to the cake mixture better, stopping them from sinking.

Is it better to bake pound cake at 325 or 350? ›

Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Not 350°F. Generously grease a 10-12 cup Bundt pan with butter or nonstick spray. Using a handheld or stand mixer fitted with a paddle or whisk attachment, beat the butter on high speed until smooth and creamy, about 2 minutes.

How long do you let a pound cake cool before removing from pan? ›

How long do you leave pound cake in the pan? When it's done baking, let the cake sit in the pan for 10 minutes: no more, no less. It's enough time for the cake to firm up some after baking so that it doesn't fall apart, but not so much time that the cake gets stuck to the pan.

Why did my pound cake turn out rubbery? ›

Mistake: Overmixing The Batter

Mix just until blended after each addition. Overmixing the batter creates a tough, rubbery cake.

Can I use fruit preserves as cake filling? ›

Two layer Preserves cake Cakes with an interior layer of fruit preserve goodness are sure to be a hit this holiday season. Many cake recipes can be adapted to create two layers.

Can I use normal jam for cake filling? ›

Yes, you certainly can use jam as a cake filling! What could be easier! If you're concerned about the high sugar content in jam, Strawberry Cupcake Filling and Strawberry Chia Jam are both options that have less sugar than most jams.

Is jam or preserves better for cake filling? ›

Compared with other fruit jams, fruit jam filling for cake is recommended by experts for its stability with temperature, preventing changes in taste, or shape when baking, or freezing. That's why Jam Filling can be used for most cakes, especially baked goods and cold cakes.

How do you put raspberries on top of a cake? ›

A very simple trick that makes raspberries stand out even more on a cake is to dust it with powdered sugar. On my Layered Pink Pavlova with Vanilla Custard, I sprinkled fresh raspberries in between the cake layers and then on top and finished it with powdered sugar.

What is funeral cake made of? ›

Technically, funeral cake is a chocolate sheet cake with fudge icing and topped with crunchy pecans and big enough to feed a crowd—which you may recognize as Texas Sheet Cake.

Can you put jam in the middle of a cake before baking? ›

Yes, you can use jam as a filling between cake layers along with whipped cream, and you can also use it as a topping for the cake.

How do you use store bought jam for cake filling? ›

Chill The Jam First

After putting it to the test, we recommend slightly chilling the jam before using it as a cake filling. This is because chilled jam is easier to spread and maintains its consistency better. Just pop it in the fridge for about 15-20 minutes before you start assembling your cake.

How do you put jam in the middle of a cake? ›

Spread jam on the middle layer and invert it, placing the jam side on top of the bottom layer. Spread the top of the middle layer with buttercream. Repeat the same process with the jam on the top layer. Turn that layer upside down and place it on top of the middle layer.

How do you keep jam from soaking in a sponge cake? ›

There are two things you can do. First, as mentioned, a thin coat of buttercream. Second option is to shellac the layers with melted jam.

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