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Poundcake Mix

Baking Mix

Poundcake Mix Baking Mix

At a Glance

  • Category Baking Mix

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"The Sweet Shortcut"

Definition

A pre-packaged blend of dry ingredients, primarily flour, sugar, leavening agents, and flavorings, designed for easy preparation of pound cake.

Global Usage Over 200 million units sold annually
Key Ingredient Ratio Flour to Sugar approx. 1:1
Shelf Life (Unopened) 12-18 months

Flavor Profile

The primary flavor notes for Poundcake Mix are:

Sweet Vanilla Buttery

Chef’s Secret

For an extra moist pound cake, substitute half the water/milk called for with sour cream or buttermilk.

Best Substitutes

All-purpose flour

sugar

baking powder

and flavorings

variable ratio); Yellow cake mix (
Ratio 1:1

Buying Guide

Look for mixes with real vanilla and fewer artificial ingredients for best flavor. Check expiration dates.

Culinary Pairings

Fresh berries whipped cream chocolate sauce citrus glazes coffee

Recipes Using Poundcake Mix

Apricot Almond Coffee Cake image
60 Minutes Or Less Sweet Brunch Fruit

Apricot Almond Coffee Cake

Indulge in this family-favorite Apricot Almond Coffee Cake! This incredibly easy recipe starts with a store-bought pound cake mix for ultimate convenience, transforming it into a decadent treat. The creamy apricot and almond filling is swirled throughout a fluffy sour cream base, then topped with crunchy almonds and finished with a luscious glaze (recipe #120835 recommended or your favorite!). Prepare for rave reviews – this coffee cake is perfect for brunch, dessert, or any time a delicious treat is desired!

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