Lemon Pound Cake
Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Lemon Pound Cake, a perfect balance of sweetness and tang. This moist and tender cake is infused with vibrant lemon juice and zest, making it an irresistible choice for any occasion—from afternoon tea to festive celebrations. Whether you enjoy it plain or elevate it with a luscious lemon glaze, this cake is sure to satisfy your citrus cravings. With simple ingredients and easy preparation, this recipe is great for bakers of all skill levels, including those seeking vegan options. Treat yourself to a slice of sunshine today!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 10 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 medium lemon (the grated zest)
- ¼ cup lemon juice
- 1 cup milk (also dairy-free milk)
- ⅓ cup yogurt (also dairy-free yogurt)
- ¾ cup sugar
- ¼ cup oil (canola, sunflower, avocado, or a light olive oil)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3 teaspoons baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- For the Lemon Glaze: 1 cup powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a loaf pan with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together grated lemon zest, lemon juice, milk, yogurt, sugar, oil, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Sift in flour, baking powder, and salt; mix gently until just combined.
- Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool the cake on a wire rack before drizzling with lemon glaze made from powdered sugar and lemon juice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
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