Whole Wheat Pound Cake

Prep: 20 min Cook: 75 min Serves: 8 Cuisine: American

A hearty whole wheat pound cake with a rich, nutty flavor and tender crumb. Its balanced sweetness and wholesome wheat taste make it perfect for breakfast, tea time, or as a snack. The optional black walnuts add a delightful crunch and depth to this classic, rustic treat.

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Ingredients

  • 2 sticks butter
  • 1 cup Crisco
  • 5 eggs
  • 2 cups whole wheat flour
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 1 cup milk
  • 3/4 cup black walnuts
  • 3 cups sugar
  • pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Cream butter and Crisco together until smooth and fluffy.
  2. Add sugar and beat until well combined.
  3. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  4. In a separate bowl, sift together whole wheat flour, all-purpose flour, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture, mixing well.
  6. Stir in vanilla and milk until the batter is smooth.
  7. Pour the batter into a greased and floured tube pan.
  8. Bake at 325°F (163°C) for 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

863 kcal 43% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 15.1g 30% DV
Total Fat 44.8g 57% DV
Carbs 88.3g 32% DV
Fiber 4.3g 15% DV
Sugar 15.1g 30% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 9845.5mg 100% DV
Potassium 483.5mg 10% DV
Cholesterol 141mg 47% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 63.3mcg 7% DV
Vitamin C 13.5mg 15% DV
Vitamin D 0.4mcg 2% DV
Calcium 197mg 15% DV
Iron 5.3mg 30% DV
Contains Milk Egg Wheat/Gluten Tree nuts

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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