Lemon-Vanilla Pound Cake: The Best Homemade Delight to Try
A delightful lemon-vanilla pound cake that delivers a perfect balance of flavors in every slice.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Total Time: 90 minutes
- Yield: 1 loaf 1x
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk.
- Stir in the lemon zest and vanilla extract until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For a more intense lemon flavor, add a lemon glaze on top once cooled.
- This cake pairs perfectly with fresh berries or whipped cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
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