Lemon Glazed Pound Cake

Lemon Glazed Pound Cake

Ingredients:

• For the Pound Cake:
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs, at room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 teaspoons lemon zest
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup sour cream
• For the Lemon Glaze:
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven:
   • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5 inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
2. Prepare the Cake Batter:
   • In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy.
   • Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract and lemon zest.
   • In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
   • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the sour cream, beginning and ending with the flour mixture. Mix until just combined.
3. Bake the Cake:
   • Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
   • Bake for 55-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
   • Let the cake cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
4. Prepare the Lemon Glaze:
   • In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, fresh lemon juice, and lemon zest until smooth and combined.
5. Glaze the Cake:
   • Once the cake is completely cool, drizzle the lemon glaze over the top, allowing it to drip down the sides.
6. Serve:
   • Slice and serve this delicious lemon glazed pound cake with a cup of tea or coffee.

Enjoy your freshly baked Lemon Glazed Pound Cake!