Southern Peanut Pound Cake – Country Living

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A dense, moist pound cake with crunchy peanuts and a rich whiskey-spiked chocolate glaze.
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This Southern Peanut Pound Cake is a decadent dessert that balances the dense, buttery texture of traditional pound cake with the earthy crunch of dry-roasted peanuts. Infused with a hint of Jack Daniel’s whiskey and warm spices, it offers a sophisticated twist on a classic Southern favorite. The cake is finished with a simple yet luxurious chocolate glaze that soaks into the warm crumb, creating a moist, indulgent treat. Perfect for holiday gatherings, potlucks, or a special weekend afternoon tea, this recipe delivers deep, comforting flavors that feel like a warm hug in every slice. Its an elegant enough dessert for special occasions but simple enough to become a family favorite.

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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 12 Calories: 1669.7

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This Southern Peanut Pound Cake is a decadent dessert that balances the dense, buttery texture of traditional pound cake with the earthy crunch of dry-roasted peanuts. Infused with a hint of Jack Daniel's whiskey and warm spices, it offers a sophisticated twist on a classic Southern favorite. The cake is finished with a simple yet luxurious chocolate glaze that soaks into the warm crumb, creating a moist, indulgent treat. Perfect for holiday gatherings, potlucks, or a special weekend afternoon tea, this recipe delivers deep, comforting flavors that feel like a warm hug in every slice. Its an elegant enough dessert for special occasions but simple enough to become a family favorite.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 325F (163C).
  2. Grease and flour a 10-inch Bundt pan; set aside.
  3. In a medium bowl, combine flour, baking powder, salt, and nutmeg; set aside.
  4. In a large bowl, beat vegetable shortening and sugar with an electric mixer until light and fluffy.
  5. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  6. Beat in sour cream and vanilla extract until smooth.
  7. With the mixer on low speed, beat in the flour mixture alternately with the whiskey, beginning and ending with the flour mixture.
  8. Fold in the finely chopped dry-roasted peanuts.
  9. Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
  10. Bake for 1 hour, or until a cake tester inserted in the center comes out clean.
  11. Cool in the pan on a wire rack for 10 minutes, then turn the cake out onto the rack.
  12. While the cake is still warm, spread the prepared Chocolate Glaze over the top.
  13. Allow the cake to cool completely before slicing.
  14. For the glaze: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine 3/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips, 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, and 1 tablespoon light corn syrup.
  15. Microwave on high for 1 minute.
  16. Stir until smooth. If lumpy, microwave in 10-second intervals until the chocolate melts completely.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

Amount Per Serving
Calories 1669.7kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 70.3g109%
Saturated Fat 23.1g116%
Cholesterol 279.8mg94%
Sodium 2881.5mg121%
Total Carbohydrate 237.6g80%
Dietary Fiber 3.2g13%
Sugars 91.0g
Protein 24.2g49%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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