Iced Lemon Pound Cake Recipe: A Refreshing and Easy-to-Make Dessert
If you’re looking for a delightful dessert that’s perfect for any occasion, you can’t go wrong with a classic iced lemon pound cake. The combination of tangy lemon flavor and moist, buttery cake is simply irresistible. Plus, this recipe is easy to make and uses simple ingredients that you probably already have in your pantry.
Here’s how to make an iced lemon pound cake that will have your taste buds singing.
Ingredients:
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp baking soda
1/4 tsp salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1/2 cup sour cream
2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 tbsp lemon zest
1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Icing:
1 cup powdered sugar
2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
Instructions:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease a loaf pan and set it aside.
In a medium-sized bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
Mix in the sour cream, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract until well combined.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
Pour the batter into the greased loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 5-10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
While the cake is cooling, make the icing by whisking together the powdered sugar and lemon juice in a small bowl until smooth.
Once the cake has cooled, drizzle the icing over the top of the cake, letting it drip down the sides.
Slice the cake and serve with a cup of tea or coffee for a delicious and refreshing dessert.
This iced lemon pound cake is perfect for a spring or summer gathering or any time you want a light and flavorful dessert. It’s easy to make, and the icing adds just the right amount of sweetness to balance out the tangy lemon flavor. Give this recipe a try and enjoy the bright, refreshing taste of lemon in every bite!