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Lemon Pound Cake

Lemon Pound Cake

Delight in this Lemon Pound Cake, a perfect blend of buttery richness and bright citrus flavor.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Sweet Moments
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1.5 cups butter room temperature for easier creaming
  • 8 ounces cream cheese adds moistness and richness
  • 3 cups sugar for sweetness
  • 6 large eggs helps bind the ingredients
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour for classic pound cake texture
  • 0.75 cups milk adds moisture for a tender crumb
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt balances sweetness
  • 1.5 teaspoons lemon zest infuses fresh lemon flavor
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract complements the lemon flavor
  • 0.5 teaspoon lemon extract amplifies lemon essence
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup powdered sugar provides a sweet, creamy drizzle
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice adds tanginess
  • 0.25 teaspoon lemon extract for vibrant glaze
  • 0.25 teaspoon vanilla extract for extra warmth

Equipment

  • Bundt pan
  • mixer
  • whisk
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • Cooling Rack

Method
 

How to Make Lemon Pound Cake
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Prepare your bundt cake pan by greasing and flouring it.
  3. Cream the butter, cream cheese, and sugar together until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the eggs gradually, mixing thoroughly after each addition.
  5. Mix in the flour on low speed until just combined.
  6. Blend in the milk, salt, lemon zest, vanilla extract, and lemon extract until well combined.
  7. Pour the batter into your prepared bundt pan. Bake for about 1 hour and 20 minutes.
  8. Cool the cake in the pan for 5-10 minutes before transferring it to a plate.
  9. Prepare the lemon glaze by whisking together the powdered sugar, lemon juice, and extracts. Drizzle it over the cooled cake.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 3gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

To achieve the best results, ensure butter and cream cheese are at room temperature, mix the batter gently, and check for doneness as bake time may vary by oven.

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