

Spoon and level the flour: by scooping, you could end up using too much, resulting in a heavy, dry cake.Use fresh lemon juice: Fresh lemon juice tastes SO much better than the bottled stuff and really makes a difference in this lemon cake.Don’t omit the lemon zest: you might be tempted to skip the zest, but don’t! Along with the lemon juice, the zest is what contributes to the wonderful lemon flavor.(To make this lemon cake recipe and skip the tips, follow the steps below included in the printable recipe card.) Making lemon pound cake is very easy, but follow these tips for optimal results: Powdered sugar: This is needed to make the glaze.Lemon juice and zest: Since lemons are the star here, use fresh for best flavor.Vanilla extract: A little bit of vanilla extract adds a nice touch of flavor.Baking powder: Gives the cake a little lift.However, you can use all-purpose flour, if that’s all you have.

It’s lighter than all-purpose flour and produces the most light, delicate crumb. Cake flour: Cake flour renders the best results.Sugar: For sweetness and to properly cream the butter.Buttermilk: Buttermilk keeps the cake moist and adds tanginess.Eggs: Eggs provide structure and a necessary ingredient in pound cake.We use unsalted butter, so the cake doesn’t end up too salty. Butter: Butter is the base of pound cake.(Scroll below to the printable recipe card for details and measurements.) This easy pound cake calls for pretty standard ingredients, but the results are a marvelous crumb that you can’t get enough of! A freshly baked loaf doesn’t last long in my house. We don’t necessarily consider this recipe a Starbucks Lemon Loaf copycat, but if you love their lemon cake, you will definitely love our recipe, too! Lemon Pound Cake Recipe Lovely brown edges and a smooth tart icing, makes every slice irresistible. The cake is moist and tender, with a tanginess that compliments the sweetness of the cake. This Lemon Pound Cake Recipe is no exception, where every bite is bursting with lemon flavor. Both are great for brunch, luncheons, showers, and absolutely any occasion.Īaaah lemon! Such a delicious flavor in sweets and savory dishes that brings a fresh, brightness to everything. This cake was inspired by our favorite classic Pound Cake. It’s so easy to make in a loaf pan and every slice is marvelous! Rich, tangy, moist from scratch Lemon Pound Cake has the perfect crumb with lemon flavor throughout and a smooth citrus-y lemon glaze.
