Lemon Pound Cake
Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Lemon Pound Cake, a moist and zesty dessert that’s sure to impress.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 65 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1½ teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1¼ cup sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon grated lemon zest
- ½ cup whole milk
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a loaf pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In another bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition; then blend in lemon juice and zest.
- Gradually combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture, alternating with milk until just mixed.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for about 65 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack; drizzle with glaze made from powdered sugar, lemon juice, and milk.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
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