Description
A delightful Lemon Bliss Pound Cake that is perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest (from about 2 lemons)
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (for glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9×5-inch loaf pan by greasing and dusting it with flour.
- In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt, mixing them well before putting them aside.
- In a large bowl, beat the softened butter with the granulated sugar until the mixture is light and airy, about 3-4 minutes.
- Incorporate the eggs into the mixture one at a time, ensuring each egg is fully blended before adding the next.
- Add in the lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract, stirring until everything is nicely combined.
- Slowly fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, mixing just until the flour disappears to keep the cake tender.
- Transfer the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula for an even surface.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- While the cake bakes, prepare the glaze by mixing the powdered sugar and lemon juice in a small bowl until you achieve a smooth consistency.
- Once baked, allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before moving it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, generously drizzle the lemon glaze over the cake, then slice and serve to enjoy a delightful treat.
Notes
- Ensure the butter is softened for easier mixing.
- Do not overmix the batter to keep the cake tender.
- Adjust the amount of lemon juice in the glaze to your taste.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 80mg