*This post for Apricot Brandy Pound Cake was originally published December 22, 2011. It’s been updated with new photographs. Apricot brandy pound cake has been a staple on our holiday table for years now. It may be humble in appearance (be generous with that powdered sugar topping) but the flavor is indescribably delicious and it’s only made better by how simple it is to put together. Make it a few days ahead of time because the cake just gets better as it sits and the flavors have time to soak in. It also freezes incredibly well. It’s an indulgence for sure but that’s what the holidays are about, right? Hope you enjoy it!

Content below is original and you can bet I’m rolling my eyes at myself from six years ago as I read it too.

Oh, hello there you gorgeous boozy thing of a cake.

Me and you have a date Christmas Eve night.

Dessert table, let’s say around 9pm, don’t be late.

I’m willing to look past your less than stellar traits for one night of pure bliss.

I’ll admit up front, this will probably be a one night stand.

You’re just not really my type. I can’t see myself with you everyday, but you seem pretty delicious and fun for a night.

No need to bring any accoutrements, just you. I’m easy to please.

Moist and so flavorful, this apricot brandy cake is an absolute must for the holidays.

Yeah, that just happened.

It’s fine. You’d understand if you tasted a piece.

This apricot brandy pound cake is probably the simplest and yet most flavorful and rich cake I’ve ever had.

It doesn’t hurt that there’s brandy in it either.

A little more brandy than the recipe calls for too (oops).

This apricot brandy pound cake comes together in minutes in your mixer but explodes with flavors in the moist, dense bundt cake. Make it this holiday season!

I think this recipe for apricot brandy cake comes from my great aunt Rose who lives in Delaware.

Lucky for us, we somehow got our hands on the recipe a few years back and have been making it for the holidays ever since.

It’s an indulgence to the max (just look at the ingredient list) and every flippin’ bit worth it, just like my other favorite thing this time of year, panettone bread pudding.

The cake itself is so rich and perfect there’s honestly no need for fancy glazes or icing.

Just a sprinkling of powdered sugar to make it shine.

If you want to be fancy, try some candied lemon slices (or any other candied citrus slice) piled on top of the bundt. But really, the half the beauty of this pound cake is in the simplicity of it.

If you're looking for a simple holiday dessert cake that will impress, this apricot brandy bundt cake is the answer!

It’s all done in your stand mixer (I suggest not being too diligent about getting all the batter out when you transfer it to the pan, you’re gonna want to lick that thing clean, trust me) which makes clean up a cinch and it gets even more flavorful the longer it sits.

Could it get any better than that?

I don’t think so.

Make this.

Don't let the humble appearance fool you, this apricot brandy cake is beyond delicious and a guaranteed hit at the dessert table.

It’ll be the best one night stand you’ve ever had.

Looking for another festive dessert idea? I can’t recommend this cranberry curd tart enough. It’s a stunner in the looks department yet surprisingly simple to put together. Great for Thanksgiving or Christmas!

Love this Apricot Brandy Cake recipe?

Check out this glazed orange cardamom cake or this applesauce raisin skillet cake for more simple but absolutely delicious holiday cake options! They’re even simpler than pound cake and really delicious for dessert in a pinch!