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Easy Lemon Pound Cake Recipe

Easy Lemon Pound Cake Recipe

A moist, buttery pound cake bursting with fresh lemon flavor and drizzled with a tangy glaze.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 10 pcs
Calories 350 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Cake:

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cup granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • Zest of 2 lemons
  • ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

For the Glaze:

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tsp lemon zest (optional)

Instructions
 

  • Preheat and Prepare:
    Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
    Cream Butter and Sugar:
    In a large bowl, beat the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy (about 3-5 minutes).
    Add Eggs:
    Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next.
    Mix Dry Ingredients:
    In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
    Combine Ingredients:
    Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with sour cream. Start and end with the dry ingredients.
    Add Lemon and Vanilla:
    Stir in lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract until well combined.
    Bake:
    Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Bake for 55-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
    Cool:
    Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
    Prepare the Glaze:
    In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, lemon juice, and zest until smooth.
    Glaze the Cake:
    Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cake. Allow it to set before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • Use freshly squeezed lemon juice for the best flavor.
  • Do not overmix the batter to keep the cake tender.
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