Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of an Italian Lemon Pound Cake! This moist, tender cake bursts with zesty lemon flavor, perfectly complemented by a tangy lemon glaze. Ideal for brunch, tea time, or dessert, it’s a classic treat that brings a touch of elegance to any gathering.
Ingredients
For the Cake:
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
2 cups granulated sugar
4 large eggs, at room temperature
3 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup sour cream, room temperature
Zest of 2 large lemons
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon lemon extract (optional, for extra lemon flavor)
For the Lemon Glaze:
1 cup powdered sugar
2–3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
Zest of 1 lemon (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease and flour a 10-inch bundt or tube pan.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: Beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes.
- Add Eggs: Incorporate eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, alternating with sour cream. Begin and end with the dry ingredients.
- Add Lemon Flavoring: Fold in lemon zest, juice, vanilla extract, and optional lemon extract.
- Bake: Pour batter into the prepared pan. Bake for 1 hour 15–25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool: Let the cake cool for 10–15 minutes in the pan before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prepare the Glaze: Mix powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth. Optionally, stir in lemon zest.
- Glaze the Cake: Drizzle glaze over the cooled cake and allow it to set.
Notes
Ensure butter and eggs are at room temperature for a smoother batter.
For extra tang, add more lemon zest or a touch of lemon extract.
Store at room temperature or in the fridge for extended freshness.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12-14 slices
- Calories: 320 kcal
