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Lemon Pound Cake

Lemon Pound Cake: 5 Reasons You’ll Love This Classic Treat


  • Author: basmer1517
  • Total Time: 1 hour 35 minutes
  • Yield: 2 loafs 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Moist and citrusy Lemon Pound Cake is made with fresh lemons, lemon-lime soda, and cake flour. A bright, zesty slice of bread with a homemade lemon icing on top!


Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
  • 3 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 5 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon lemon extract
  • 1 lemon, zested
  • 3 cups cake flour
  • 1/2 cup lemon lime soda

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Spray two 9×5-inch loaf pans with baking spray. Set aside.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, beat butter for 2-3 minutes until pale in color. Add in sugar and salt and beat for an additional 3-4 minutes.
  3. Beat in eggs, one at a time. Add lemon extract and lemon zest.
  4. Turn the mixer on low, and add cake flour JUST until dry ingredients have been blended, while slowly adding in the lemon lime soda. Use a rubber spatula or wooden spoon to stir the bottom of the bowl, making sure everything is well blended.
  5. Pour batter into prepared loaf pans. Bake for one hour, then top with a tent of foil. Bake an additional 10-15 minutes. Remove from oven and cool in pans.

Notes

    • Prep Time: 20 minutes
    • Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
    • Category: Dessert
    • Method: Baking
    • Cuisine: American

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 1 slice
    • Calories: 201
    • Sugar: 30 g
    • Sodium: 200 mg
    • Fat: 1 g
    • Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
    • Unsaturated Fat: 0.5 g
    • Trans Fat: 0 g
    • Carbohydrates: 44 g
    • Fiber: 0 g
    • Protein: 4 g
    • Cholesterol: 100 mg

    Keywords: Lemon Pound Cake