Description
Unlock the sunshine with Key Lime Pound Cake tangy bright notes ultramoist crumb and a simple recipe that makes gatherings delicious and easy
Ingredients
1 cup (227 g) unsalted butter, softened
1 3/4 cups (350 g) granulated sugar
4 large eggs
2 tsp vanilla extract
2 1/2 cups (315 g) all-purpose flour
1 1/2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 cup (120 g) sour cream
2–3 tablespoons fresh lime zest
1/4 cup (60 ml) fresh lime juice
2–4 tablespoons whole milk (30–60 ml) or dairy-free milk
1 cup powdered sugar
2–3 tablespoons fresh lime juice (for glaze)
Optional garnish: Fresh lime slices or mint leaves
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan and line it with parchment for easy release. Have all ingredients measured and at room temperature for best emulsification and even crumb.
- In a large bowl, beat the softened butter with the granulated sugar on medium speed until pale and fluffy, about 3–4 minutes.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next. Scrape the sides of the bowl and beat in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- With the mixer on low, alternate adding the dry ingredients with the sour cream and milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients. Mix just until combined; overmixing can develop gluten.
- Fold in the fresh lime zest and lime juice until evenly distributed.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Bake 60–70 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs. If the top browns too quickly, cover loosely with parchment or aluminum foil for the last 10–15 minutes. Cool in the pan 15–20 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- While the cake cools, whisk the powdered sugar with lime juice until smooth. Drizzle or brush the glaze over the cooled cake and let set. Optional lime zest or thin lime slices make attractive garnish accents.
Notes
A tangy Key Lime Pound Cake with a butter-forward, tender crumb and a glossy lime glaze. Features lime zest and juice for brightness, step-by-step instructions, substitutions for dairy and gluten, and serving ideas.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12 slices
- Calories: 420 calories
- Sugar: 32 g
- Fat: 22 g
- Carbohydrates: 52 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
