Description
Iced lemon pound cake is a delightful dessert that encapsulates the essence of sunshine with its zesty lemon flavor and moist, buttery texture. Perfect for any occasion, this cake features a sweet icing that adds visual appeal and elevates its refreshing taste. Whether enjoyed at brunch or as an afternoon treat, each slice promises to bring joy to your taste buds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 3 cups all-purpose flour (sifted)
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
- Zest of 2 lemons
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp milk
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a loaf pan.
- Cream the butter and sugar in a mixing bowl until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt; gradually add to the creamed mixture.
- Stir in lemon juice and zest until combined.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- For icing, mix powdered sugar with milk until smooth, then drizzle over the cooled cake.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 80mg