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Lemon Pound Cake

Deliciously Moist Lemon Pound Cake Recipe for All Occasions

This Lemon Pound Cake is moist, flavorful, and perfect for any occasion, bringing a delightful citrus twist to your dessert table.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Batter Ingredients
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup cake flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Glaze Ingredients
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Loaf pan
  • whisk
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons
  • Toothpick

Method
 

Baking Steps
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  4. Gradually add the all-purpose flour, cake flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix until just combined.
  5. Stir in the lemon zest, 1/4 cup lemon juice, and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
  6. Pour the batter into a greased loaf pan and smooth the top.
  7. Bake for 60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  8. Allow to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  9. For the glaze, mix the powdered sugar with 2 tablespoons of lemon juice until smooth, then drizzle over the cooled cake.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 20gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For an extra twist, consider substituting Greek yogurt for a moister cake, or adding poppy seeds for texture. Store wrapped in plastic to maintain freshness.

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