This Creamsicle Pound Cake combines the nostalgic flavor of creamy orange popsicles with the rich texture of a buttery homemade pound cake. Topped with a stunning marble-style mirror glaze in white and orange tones, it’s as beautiful as it is delicious — a perfect centerpiece dessert for any special occasion.
Ingredients
For the Orange Cream Glaze (Marble Mirror Finish)
- 1 cup white chocolate chips (or chopped white chocolate)
- ½ cup sweetened condensed milk
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup water
- ½ cup light corn syrup
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 2½ tsp powdered gelatin (about 1 envelope) + 3 tbsp water (for blooming)
- Orange gel food coloring (and optional yellow for depth)
- White gel food coloring (to keep white sections vibrant)
For the Pound Cake
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup shortening (or replace with butter for a richer flavor)
- 3 cups granulated sugar
- 5 large eggs, room temperature
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 tbsp fresh orange zest
- 3 tbsp fresh orange juice (or orange extract for stronger flavor)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- Optional: a few drops of orange food coloring for a swirl effect
