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This lemon pound cake recipe is the perfect morning or afternoon treat!
It’s a citrusy delight with a golden, buttery crumb and lots of tangy, refreshing lemon flavor. It’s drizzled with a sweet glaze for the perfect bite.
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Moist Lemon Pound Cake
- This recipe uses kitchen staples, so it’s easy to make at a moment’s notice.
- This pound cake is tender and dense with a moist crumb and a vibrant lemon flavor.
- Pound cake can be baked in advance and frozen for lunches, dessert, or for last minute guests.
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Ingredients for Lemon Pound Cake
The freshest ingredients are best for the most flavorful lemon pound cake!
- Lemon Zest and Juice: This is the key flavor – be sure to use real lemons for a bright, citrusy flavor.
- Butter: Use unsalted butter so you can control the salt in this cake. Butter provides richness, flavor, and a perfect moist crumb.
- Eggs: Use large room temperature eggs for even mixing.
- Sour cream: Adds a tender and moist texture and a rich flavor to this pound cake recipe.
- Flour: All-purpose flour is the base and provides structure.
- Baking powder & soda: Help the cake rise and give it a light texture.
Lemon Glaze: This is a simple glaze (not an icing) that has lots of lemon flavor. Use real fresh lemons here, too.
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How to Make Lemon Pound Cake
- Zest and juice lemons as directed in the recipe below.
- Cream butter & sugar with an electric mixer until light & fluffy. Mix in lemon juice and eggs.
- Add the dry ingredients and sour cream just until combined. Don’t overmix!
- Spread batter into a prepared pan & bake until a wooden pick or cake tester comes out clean.
- Cool and glaze.
Top with the glaze below or serve with whipped cream and fruit (like fresh raspberries).
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Tips for Luscious Lemon Pound Cake
- Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature.
- Scrub the lemon to remove any wax that might have been sprayed on it.
- When zesting a lemon, zest just the yellow part of the skin. The white part underneath (the pith) is bitter. Use a microplane grater or zester to remove the zest.
- Be sure to measure the flour by scooping it into the measuring cup, not scooping it with the measuring cup.
- Don’t skimp on the mixing time – it is needed to add air to the butter giving the perfect texture. Use a paddle attachment on a stand mixer if you have one.
- Do not overbeat the eggs or the batter with the flour. Mix just until combined.
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Storing Pound Cake
Wrap leftover lemon pound cake in plastic wrap and keep it at room temperature for up to 1 week. Freeze leftover cake or slices in plastic wrap or an air tight container for up to 3 months.
Did you make this Lemon Pound Cake? Be sure to leave a rating and a comment below!
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Lemon Pound Cake
This moist & tangy Lemon Cake with a homemade glaze pairs perfectly with coffee or tea for an afternoon pick-me-up!
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Preheat the oven to 325°F and grease/flour an 8″x4″ loaf pan.
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Using a fine grater or a zester, zest the lemon. Juice the lemons in a small bowl.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and lemon zest.
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Place butter and sugar in a stand mixer and beat on medium speed until light and extra fluffy, about 10 minutes. Scrape the sides as needed.
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Mix in lemon juice, then add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
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Turn the mixer to low and gradually alternate adding the flour mixture and sour cream to the batter, mixing just until combined.
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Spread the batter evenly in the prepared pan and bake for 55-65 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
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Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
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To make the glaze, in a small bowl, combine powdered sugar, melted butter, and 1 ½ tablespoons lemon juice or as needed to reach the desired consistency.
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Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cake and let it set for 10 minutes. Slice and serve.
- You will need about 2 lemons for this recipe. Scrub the lemon before zesting to remove any wax that might have been sprayed on it.
- When zesting lemon, you want just the yellow part of the skin. The white part underneath (the pith) is bitter. Use a microplane grater or zester to remove the zest.
- Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature.
- Be sure to measure the flour by scooping it into the measuring cup, not scooping it with the measuring cup.
- Mixing the butter and sugar for a long time is essential, this adds air into the butter giving the perfect texture. Use a paddle attachment on a stand mixer if you have one.
- Do not overbeat the eggs or the batter with the flour. Mix just until combined.
Calories: 269 | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 68mg | Sodium: 106mg | Potassium: 70mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 27g | Vitamin A: 368IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 27mg | Iron: 1mg
Nutrition information provided is an estimate and will vary based on cooking methods and brands of ingredients used.
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![Homemade lemon pound cake is colorful and festive, perfect for a morning coffee on the deck in the sunshine. Made with sour cream or even buttermilk, this pound cake is guaranteed to be tangy, moist, and so delish. Add in a few poppyseeds or blueberries for a fruitier flavor and a more complex texture. #lemonpoundcake #withglaze #dessert #poundcake #spendwithpennies Lemon Pound Cake with writing](https://www.spendwithpennies.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/NP-Lemon-Pound-Cake-3-SpendWithPennies-.jpg)
![Lemon pound cake with homemade glaze is an easy-to-make Starbucks copycat that can be sliced to enjoy all week long. Made with sour cream, it turns out so moist and tangy that it will be hard to resist! It's perfect with add-ins like blueberry or poppyseed, and substitutions like buttermilk make it easy to find the right ingredients. It's a delicious recipe that will end up getting requested again and again! #lemonpoundcake #withglaze #dessert #poundcake #spendwithpennies slices of Lemon Pound Cake with writing](https://www.spendwithpennies.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/SP-Lemon-Pound-Cake-3-SpendWithPennies-1.jpg)
![Fun and tangy, this lemon pound cake is bound to be a hit for the summertime barbecue or for coffees on the patio. The secret ingredient to this Starbucks copycat recipe is sour cream. This will make the cake extra moist and tangy with the best homemade glaze to finish it off. Save some cash and make this expensive-looking cake right at home in no time! #lemonpoundcake #withglaze #dessert #poundcake #spendwithpennies plated Lemon Pound Cake with a title](https://www.spendwithpennies.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/SP-Lemon-Pound-Cake-3-SpendWithPennies-3.jpg)
![The lemon pound cake is a delicious dessert that combines the soft and fluffy texture of cake with the zesty and refreshing taste of lemons, making it a delightful treat for any occasion. Moist, tender, and infused with zesty lemon flavor in every bite, this lemon pound cake is a favorite among dessert lovers. #lemonpoundcake #withglaze #dessert #poundcake #spendwithpennies Lemon Pound Cake with glaze and a slice on a plate with a title](https://www.spendwithpennies.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/LP-Lemon-Pound-Cake-3-SpendWithPennies-.jpg)
Recipe Adapted. “Sour Cream Pound Cake.” Better Homes and Gardens New Cookbook. East Bridgewater: Meredith Books, 2003. 168. Print.
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