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Italian Lemon Pound Cake

A moist and buttery pound cake infused with fresh lemon flavor and topped with a light citrus glaze.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cake Batter
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1.25 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 eggs large
  • 1 tbsp lemon zest
  • 0.25 cup lemon juice fresh
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 0.5 cup milk
Glaze
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2-3 tbsp lemon juice

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Loaf pan
  • Whisk
  • Hand mixer or stand mixer

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven and prepare loaf pan.
  2. Mix dry ingredients in a bowl.
  3. Cream butter and sugar, then add eggs.
  4. Add lemon zest, juice, and vanilla.
  5. Alternate adding dry ingredients and milk.
  6. Bake until golden and cooked through.
  7. Cool and drizzle with glaze.

Notes

Use fresh lemons for the best flavor and aroma.