Lemon-Glazed Pound Cake

Lemon-Glazed Pound Cake

Ingredients:

• For the Cake:

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups sugar
  • 5 large eggs
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 tbsp lemon zest
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

• For the Glaze:

  • 1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Cake:

   • Preheat your oven to 350°F. Grease and flour a 10-inch Bundt pan.
   • Cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
   • In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk. Stir in lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract.

2. Bake the Cake:

   • Pour the batter into the prepared pan. Bake for 55-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

3. Glaze the Cake:

   • In a small bowl, whisk together confectioners' sugar and lemon juice until smooth. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cake.

This bright and tangy Lemon-Glazed Pound Cake pairs perfectly with a cup of Alfonso’s Coffee. Enjoy the delightful combination of citrus and sweetness in every bite.