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Key Lime Pound Cake

Zesty Key Lime Pound Cake for Refreshing Spring Treats

This refreshing Key Lime Pound Cake is a delightful twist on a classic dessert, perfect for spring and summer.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Cakes
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 cup Butter softened
  • 2 cups Granulated Sugar
  • 4 large Eggs
  • 3 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 1 cup Buttermilk or substitute with milk and vinegar (1 cup milk + 1 tbsp vinegar)
  • 1/2 cup Lime Juice fresh
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Zest fresh zested
Optional Glaze
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice fresh

Equipment

  • 10-inch tube pan
  • Electric mixer
  • mixing bowls

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Key Lime Pound Cake
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C) and grease a 10-inch tube pan.
  2. Cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar for 3-4 minutes until light and fluffy.
  3. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition until fully integrated.
  4. Whisk together the all-purpose flour and baking soda, and incorporate it into the creamed mixture alternating with the buttermilk.
  5. Stir in lime juice and zest until combined, ensuring all ingredients are mixed well.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 60-70 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then invert onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 44gProtein: 3gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 75mgFiber: 1gSugar: 24gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For extra zing, consider mixing in a teaspoon of lime extract with the lime juice for a deeper flavor.

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