Old Fashioned Lemon Pound Cake

Indulge in the classic flavors of a homemade old fashioned lemon pound cake. This recipe will transport you back to the good old days with its rich and buttery texture, balanced with the bright and zesty taste of fresh lemons.

Old Fashioned Lemon Pound Cake

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 2 tablespoons lemon zest
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually blend in the dry ingredients until just incorporated.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
  7. Bake for 55 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 15 minutes before removing to a wire rack to cool completely.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
1 hour
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Oven

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per slice
Carbohydrates
45g
Fat
18g
Protein
5g

Supplies

9x5 inch loaf pan Mixing bowls Whisk Electric mixer Cooling rack

Tools

Oven Mixing bowls Whisk Electric mixer Cooling rack

Serving suggestions

Serve slices of the old fashioned lemon pound cake with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a delightful dessert.

Tips & tricks

For an extra burst of lemon flavor, you can drizzle a simple lemon glaze over the cooled cake by mixing powdered sugar with fresh lemon juice until smooth and pouring it over the top.

Cost

$8