Amaretto Pound Cake

Prep: 20 min Cook: 90 min Serves: 12 Cuisine: American

A rich and moist pound cake infused with the distinctive almond flavor of Amaretto liqueur. Its buttery texture and sweet aroma make it an elegant dessert perfect for special occasions or teatime indulgence, appealing to those who enjoy flavorful, boozy baked treats.

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Ingredients

  • 3 sticks butter
  • 3 cups sugar
  • dash of salt
  • 8 oz cream cheese
  • 1/2 cup Amaretto liqueur
  • 1 teaspoon butter flavoring
  • 6 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla

Instructions

  1. Cream butter, cream cheese, and sugar until light and fluffy.
  2. Add sugar and flavorings, then beat well.
  3. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  4. Stir in flour.
  5. Spoon mixture into a greased 10-inch tube pan.
  6. Bake at 325°F (163°C) for about 1 1/2 hours.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

665 kcal 33% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 6.6g 13% DV
Total Fat 34.2g 44% DV
Carbs 57.8g 21% DV
Fiber 1.8g 6% DV
Sugar 12.2g 24% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 9875.8mg 100% DV
Potassium 298mg 6% DV
Cholesterol 162mg 54% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 91.3mcg 10% DV
Vitamin C 9.2mg 10% DV
Vitamin D 0.1mcg 1% DV
Calcium 93.5mg 7% DV
Iron 2.2mg 12% DV
Contains Milk Egg

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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