Lemon Delight Pound Cake

Brighten up your dessert table with this Lemon Delight Pound Cake, a moist and tender treat bursting with zesty citrus flavor. This recipe combines the buttery richness of a classic pound cake with the refreshing tang of fresh lemon juice and zest, creating a perfectly balanced dessert that’s both indulgent and invigorating. Topped with a sweet, tangy lemon glaze and garnished with optional lemon zest, this cake is as beautiful as it is delicious. Perfect for brunches, afternoon tea, or a light dessert, this simple yet impressive bake takes just 20 minutes to prepare and bakes to golden perfection in about an hour. Whether you’re a lemon lover or looking for a crowd-pleasing treat, this Lemon Delight Pound Cake is sure to become a favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 42/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 4 large eggs
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.75 cup whole milk
• 0.25 cup fresh lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon lemon zest
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (for glaze)
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest (for garnish, optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar using a handheld or stand mixer until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.

Step 3

Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.

Step 5

In another small bowl, combine the milk, fresh lemon juice, and vanilla extract.

Step 6

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternately with the milk mixture, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.

Step 7

Gently fold in the lemon zest using a spatula.

Step 8

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Begin checking at the 60-minute mark to avoid overbaking.

Step 10

Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 11

To make the glaze, whisk together the powdered sugar and fresh lemon juice in a bowl until smooth.

Step 12

Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cake, letting it run down the sides.

Step 13

If desired, garnish with additional lemon zest for a pop of color and extra zing.

Step 14

Slice and serve your Lemon Delight Pound Cake. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1608.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5436.6

Total Fat 221.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 131.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 1282.6mg	0%
Sodium 2021.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 818.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.3g	0%
Total Sugars 530.0g
Protein 69.7g	0%

Vitamin D 240.5IU	0%
Calcium 460.5mg	0%
Iron 21.0mg	0%
Potassium 1109.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 35.9%

Protein: 5.0%

Carbs: 59.0%