Description
Lemon Pound Cake with Glaze is a delightful treat that combines zesty lemon flavor with a moist, tender crumb, topped with a sweet and tangy glaze. This cake is perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a cozy afternoon tea or a festive gathering. Its bright flavors and inviting aroma will brighten your day, making it a true crowd-pleaser that everyone will adore.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 3 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- Zest of 2 lemons
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1/4 cup whole milk
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, lemon zest, and salt. Gradually add this mixture to the wet ingredients along with milk and lemon juice until just combined.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- For the glaze, whisk together powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth; 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: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 65mg