Lemon Pound Cake
Luscious Lemon Pound Cake Recipe
Indulge your taste buds with the perfect balance of sweet and tangy in this delightful Lemon Pound Cake. The moist and dense texture paired with the zesty citrus flavor makes it an irresistible treat for any occasion. Follow along for a step-by-step guide to baking your own slice of lemony heaven.
Ingredients:(Halve it for small batch)
– 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 2 cups granulated sugar
– 4 large eggs
– 3 cups all-purpose flour
– 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
– 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1 cup buttermilk
– Zest of 2 lemons
– 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions:
1. **Preheat Oven:**
Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease and flour a bundt cake pan, ensuring an even coating.
2. **Creaming Butter and Sugar:**
In a large mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
3. **Incorporate Eggs:**
Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
4. **Dry Ingredients:**
In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
5. **Alternate Mixing:**
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with buttermilk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
6. **Add Lemon Flavor:**
Fold in lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract, distributing the citrusy goodness evenly.
7. **Bake:**
Pour the batter into the prepared bundt pan and smooth the top. Bake in the preheated oven for 60-70 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. **Cooling:**
Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. **Optional Glaze:**
For an extra burst of lemon flavor, drizzle a simple lemon glaze over the cooled cake. Mix powdered sugar with lemon juice until you achieve a pourable consistency.
10. **Serve and Enjoy:**
Once the glaze has set, slice and savor your homemade Lemon Pound Cake. Perfect for tea time, dessert, or any moment you crave a citrusy delight!
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