I love making things from scratch, but every once in awhile I take a couple short cuts.  I pretty much live by the 80-20 rule…80% healthy from scratch meals and 20% fun or quick recipes.  This pound cake with orange liqueur creme would fall into the later category.  In fact, it’s only 4 ingredients!  Yep….this show stopping {and perfect for your sweetie on Valentine’s Day} has only 4 ingredients and it can be made a day in advance.  I’d stick with the same morning, but you could make it up to one day in advance if you really needed to.

I surprised Hubbyman with these tasty little treats for a late night snack a couple weeks ago and he was super impressed and excited for the “adult” dessert.  This is definitely a not-for-kids treat since it has orange-flavored liqueur.  But it is perfect for a romantic dessert, special birthday surprise..or just because you want something a little different.

I love pound cake (well, I haven’t had it in years due to my life threatening dairy allergy…but I used to love it), so this really was a special treat for Hubbyman. I don’t buy or make stuff like this anymore, so making something just for him really made him feel special.  Since it was just for him, I used store bought items since I have to really steer clear of touching a lot of dairy items.  {Sad, I know!}

I used pre-made pound cake found in the produce section of my grocery store (strange place, I know…but it’s by the strawberries).  I also used frozen whipped topping. Now don’t go crazy on me..I know which brand you are thinking of and there are actually better options out there.  I usually pick up a tub or two every time I go to Sprouts or Whole Foods.  And the orange liqueur..use what ever one you have on hand such as Grand Marnier or Curacao.

Taking a couple pre-made items and combining them in a creative way can really make a tasty treat!  Do you ever take a short cut in the kitchen?  What’s your favorite convenience item? I’d love to hear about your kitchen time-savers!

Pound Cake with Orange Liqueur Creme

Yield: 2

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Total Time: 5 minutes

This quick and easy dessert is made using premade pound cake and frozen whipped topping, so it comes together in less than 5 minutes! The orange liqueur creme is beyond delicious!

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Ingredients

• 2 slices pound cake
• 1 cup frozen whipped topping, thawed
• 2-3 tbsp orange liqueur
• zest of one orange
• mint leaves for garnish (opt)

Instructions

1. Cut slices of pound cake into small bite sized pieces and place in individual serving dishes. Combine thawed whipped topping, orange liqueur, and 1/2 orange zest in a small bowl.
2. Top pound cake with orange liqueur creme. Garnish with remaining orange zest and mint leaves.
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Nutrition Information:

Yield: 2 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving:Calories: 502 Total Fat: 18g Saturated Fat: 11g Trans Fat: 0g Unsaturated Fat: 5g Cholesterol: 40mg Sodium: 242mg Carbohydrates: 61g Fiber: 2g Sugar: 45g Protein: 4g