Description

This Lemon Pound Cake is cherished for its refreshing zest and buttery richness. Simple to prepare, it combines essential ingredients like granulated sugar, butter, and lemon zest for a delightful dessert suitable for any occasion.

Ingredients

Scale

2 ½ cups (500 g) granulated sugar
1 ½ cups (3 sticks / 340 g) unsalted butter, softened
4 large eggs, room temperature
3 ½ cups (437.5 g) all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon baking soda
1 cup (245 g) buttermilk
2 teaspoons lemon extract
1 tablespoon lemon zest
2 cups (250 g) confectioners' sugar
¼ cup lemon juice

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease and flour a 10-inch bundt pan.
In a stand mixer, beat together the sugar and softened butter on medium speed until light and fluffy, approximately 10 minutes.
Add eggs one by one, fully mixing each egg into the butter-sugar blend before adding the next.
In a different bowl, whisk together flour, salt, and baking soda.
Integrate ⅓ of the flour mixture into the butter mixture, mixing on low until just combined.
Pour in half of the buttermilk and mix on low until smooth.
Alternate adding the remaining flour mixture and buttermilk, finishing with the flour mixture. Mix until incorporated.
Fold in lemon extract and lemon zest.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth out the top.
Lower the oven temperature to 325°F and bake for 60 to 75 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick for moist crumbs. Start checking at 60 minutes to avoid overbaking.
Once done, let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack or cake stand to cool completely.

Notes

For enhanced flavor, ensure the butter is softened until creamy.
Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days.
This cake can also be frozen for later enjoyment—just wrap it tightly before freezing.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 398
Sugar: 36g
Sodium: 158mg
Fat: 19g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 57g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 99mg