Description
A delightful pound cake made with wholesome black sesame and whole wheat flours, offering a unique flavor and nostalgic warmth.
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour
- 1/2 cup black sesame flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup maple syrup
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 cup milk (whole or nut milk)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a loaf pan by greasing it.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, black sesame flour, baking powder, and baking soda.
- In another bowl, cream the softened unsalted butter and maple syrup until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet, alternating with the milk, starting and ending with dry ingredients.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Serve warm with powdered sugar or alongside whipped cream or ice cream. Pairs beautifully with tea or coffee.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: cake, dessert, black sesame, whole wheat, pound cake, nourishing