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Lemon Pound Cake

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This Lemon Pound Cake is a delightful blend of buttery richness and zesty lemon. Moist, flavorful, and easy to make, it’s perfect for gatherings or as a comforting treat.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 40 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1½ cups butter, room temperature
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
  • 3 cups sugar
  • 6 large eggs
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • ¾ cup milk
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1½ teaspoons lemon zest
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ teaspoon lemon extract
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • ¼ teaspoon lemon extract
  • ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Grease and flour a 9-10 cup bundt cake pan.
  • Cream the butter, cream cheese, and sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Gradually add eggs, mixing thoroughly after each addition.
  • Mix in flour on low speed until just combined.
  • Add milk, salt, lemon zest, vanilla extract, and lemon extract; blend well.
  • Pour batter into prepared bundt pan and bake for about 1 hour and 20 minutes.
  • Cool in the pan for 5-10 minutes before transferring to a plate.
  • Prepare the lemon glaze and drizzle over the cooled cake.

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Notes

Make sure all ingredients are at room temperature for better mixing.
Avoid over-mixing the batter after adding flour to maintain a light texture.

  • Author: Marry
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 26g
  • Sodium: 180mg
  • Fat: 16g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 44g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg