Easy Lemon Pound Cake
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Pound cake got its name from the traditional recipe that called for a pound each of flour, butter, sugar, and eggs.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 95 minutes. Even a beginner can handle preparing this dish. Number of ingredients: 10.
Easy Lemon Pound Cake
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a loaf pan.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
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In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract.
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Gradually mix in the dry ingredients, alternating with the milk. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
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Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Optional: Drizzle with lemon glaze or dust with powdered sugar before serving.
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Enjoy your Easy Lemon Pound Cake!
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 350kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 18g28%
- Total Carbohydrate 45g15%
- Sugars 30g
- Protein 4g8%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.