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Homemade Lemon Pound Cake


  • Author: lydia
  • Total Time: 75 minutes
  • Yield: 10 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A delightful treat that embodies the essence of fresh lemons, perfectly balancing sweet and tangy flavors.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons lemon zest
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (for glaze)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a bundt pan.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time.
  4. Stir in the fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract until well combined.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared bundt pan and bake for 50-60 minutes.
  7. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack.
  8. Mix the powdered sugar and lemon juice for the glaze and drizzle over the cooled cake.

Notes

Serve with whipped cream or ice cream and consider adding fresh berries for a colorful presentation. Store wrapped in plastic or in an airtight container.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 60 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 380
  • Sugar: 35g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 17g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 56g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg
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