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Ghana Pound Cake

Cultural Context

Ghana Pound Cake has its roots in colonial baking traditions, blending local ingredients with European techniques. This rich and moist cake is often enjoyed during celebrations and special occasions, symbolizing hospitality and community. Today, variations abound, with some incorporating local flavors like coconut or spices, making it a beloved treat across Ghana and beyond.

GhanaianGHdessert
60 min
medium
10 servings
Servings4
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup butter or margarine
4 large eggs
1 cup evaporated milk
2 teaspoons baking powder
2 teaspoons vanilla
1 cup condensed milk

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil offers a dairy-free option with a unique flavor.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds natural sweetness and moisture.

eggs

🥗Healthier: flaxseed meal

💰Cheaper: egg substitute

Flaxseed meal provides binding with added fiber.

flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour increases fiber content.

1

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

2

Grease and flour a loaf pan.

3

Cream butter and sugar together in a mixing bowl until light and fluffy.

4

Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.

5

In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt.

6

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.

7

Stir in vanilla and evaporated milk until smooth.

8

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.

9

Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.

10

Remove from the oven and let cool in the pan for 10 minutes.

11

Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Cooking Techniques

mixingcreamingbaking

Equipment Needed

mixing bowlloaf panelectric mixermeasuring cupsmeasuring spoonswire rack

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

glutendairyeggs

Also Known As

Ghanaian Pound CakeGhana Cake

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