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Pomegranate Cake (Easy, Simple, Delicious!)
A moist and flavorful cake featuring fresh pomegranate arils, perfect for a quick dessert or special occasion.
Ingredients
Main
- 1 cup fresh pomegranate arils
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter (at room temperature) (plus additional for pan)
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 egg egg
- 1/2 cup buttermilk (or milk)
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
- 1 tablespoon sparkling sugar (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Butter a 9" pie dish and set aside.
- Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt. Beat butter and sugar until fluffy. Mix in egg, buttermilk, and extracts. Combine with dry ingredients.
- Pour batter into prepared dish. Press pomegranate arils on top and sprinkle with sparkling sugar.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10 minutes, then reduce to 325°F (160°C) and bake for 50-60 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool slightly, then serve plain or with whipped cream or ice cream.
Notes
Use fresh pomegranate arils for best flavor and texture.