Utah’s hidden gem. The pound cake is incredible and completely reminds me of fall with every bite. Using sparkling apple cider in the batter and the glaze gives it a delicious and unique flavor.

Ingredients:

3/4 cup butter, softened

1 1/2 cups sugar

3 large eggs

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

1/4 teaspoon baking powder

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/2 cup sparkling apple cider

     For the Glaze:

3/4 cup confectioner’s sugar

3 to 4 teaspoons sparkling apple cider

Directions:

Preheat oven to 350°. Line bottom of a greased 9×5-in. loaf pan with parchment paper; grease paper.

In a bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder and salt; add to creamed mixture alternately with cider, beating well after each addition.

Transfer to prepared pan. Bake 40-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pan 10 minutes before removing to a wire rack to cool completely.

In a small bowl, mix glaze ingredients until smooth; spoon over top of cake, allowing it to flow over sides.

*Original recipe from TasteOfHome.com