Lemon Buttermilk Pound Cake

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Sure! Here’s a classic Lemon-Buttermilk Pound Cake recipe that yields a delicious, moist cake with a delightful tangy flavor. This recipe is designed for a standard 9×5-inch loaf pan, but you can easily adjust the quantities if you need a larger batch.

Lemon-Buttermilk Pound Cake

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
  • 2 teaspoons lemon zest (freshly grated)
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

For the Glaze (optional):

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice

Instructions:

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
  2. Cream the Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Add Eggs: Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  4. Mix in Lemon Juice and Zest: Beat in the lemon juice and lemon zest until combined.
  5. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  6. Alternate Adding Dry Ingredients and Buttermilk: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the buttermilk. Start and end with the flour mixture. Mix just until combined. Do not overmix.
  7. Pour Batter into Pan: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
  8. Bake: Bake for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. The cake should be golden brown on top.
  9. Cool: Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 15 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. Prepare Glaze (Optional): If you’re using the glaze, whisk together the powdered sugar and lemon juice in a small bowl until smooth. Drizzle over the cooled cake.
  11. Serve: Slice and serve your delicious Lemon-Buttermilk Pound Cake. Enjoy with a cup of tea or coffee!

This cake is perfect for a light dessert or as a sweet treat throughout the day. If you have any specific preferences or need adjustments, just let me know!

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