Key Lime Pound Cake 🍋🍰
Bright, zesty, and perfectly moist, this Key Lime Pound Cake is a citrusy twist on a classic dessert – topped with a sweet and tangy lime glaze that’s irresistible!
Ingredients:
For the Cake:
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/4 tsp salt
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
2 1/2 cups granulated sugar
6 large eggs
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup key lime juice (freshly squeezed)
1 tbsp key lime zest
1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Lime Glaze:
1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
2-3 tbsp key lime juice
1 tsp key lime zest (optional, for garnish)
Instructions:
Prepare for baking:
Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
Grease and flour a bundt pan or loaf pan, and set aside.
Mix the dry ingredients:
In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
Cream the butter and sugar:
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
Add the wet ingredients:
Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
Mix in sour cream, key lime juice, lime zest, and vanilla extract.
Combine the batter:
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, beating until just combined.
Bake the cake:
Pour the batter into the prepared pan.
Bake for 75-85 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Let the cake cool in the pan for 15 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Make the glaze:
In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar and key lime juice until smooth.
Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cake and garnish with lime zest.
Serve & enjoy:
Slice and serve this delightful cake as a dessert or a midday treat!
Pro Tip: This cake pairs beautifully with a cup of tea or coffee. Perfect for summer gatherings or just indulging in a little tropical bliss! 🌴☕