Sherry Pound Cake Recipe

Indulge in this easy-to-make, unbelievably delicious Sherry Pound Cake! A treasured family recipe, this moist and flavorful cake features layers of spiced brown sugar and a hint of sherry for an unforgettable taste. Perfect for special occasions or a delightful weekend treat.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 85 mins
Calories 5492.4 kcal
Protein 97g
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Ingredients for Sherry Pound Cake

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How to Make Sherry Pound Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 10-inch bundt pan.
  2. In a large bowl, combine 1 box (15.25 oz) yellow cake mix, 1 (3.4 oz) package instant vanilla pudding mix, 1 cup vegetable oil, 1/2 cup sherry, and 4 large eggs.
  3. Beat at medium speed with an electric mixer for 2 minutes.
  4. In a small bowl, mix 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar and 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon.
  5. Pour about 1/3 of the batter into the prepared bundt pan.
  6. Sprinkle 1/3 of the brown sugar mixture evenly over the batter.
  7. Repeat layers twice more, ending with a layer of batter.
  8. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. Once cooled, dust generously with additional cinnamon-sugar mixture.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

213 g

Sugar

1452g

Fat

183g

Carbs

190g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Sherry Pound Cake?

Sherry Pound Cake takes about 105 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 85 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Sherry Pound Cake?

Sherry Pound Cake has approximately 5492.4 calories per serving, with about 97 g protein, 190 g carbohydrates and 375 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Sherry Pound Cake?

The key ingredients for Sherry Pound Cake are Duncan Hines Yellow Cake Mix, Instant Vanilla Pudding, Crisco Cooking Oil, Dry Sherry, Eggs, Cinnamon. See the full list with measurements above.

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