Lemon Sour Cream Pound Cake

Lemon Sour Cream Pound Cake is a wonderfully moist and tender cake with the perfect balance of bright, zesty lemon flavor and rich creaminess from sour cream. This cake is ideal for any occasion, whether you’re serving it at a brunch, enjoying it with a cup of tea, or bringing it as a dessert to a gathering. The tangy lemon glaze on top adds a sweet citrusy finish that complements the dense, buttery texture of the pound cake. Simple to make yet incredibly flavorful, this cake is a delightful treat for lemon lovers.

Ingredients:

For the Cake:

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 2 ½ cups granulated sugar
• 6 large eggs
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• ½ tsp baking soda
• ½ tsp salt
• 1 cup sour cream
• ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
• 1 tbsp lemon zest
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

For the Lemon Glaze:

• 1 ½ cups powdered sugar
• 2-3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
• 1 tsp lemon zest

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease and flour a 10-inch Bundt pan or a standard loaf pan.
2. In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
3. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the sour cream. Start and end with the flour mixture.
6. Stir in the lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract until just combined.
7. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
8. Bake for 1 hour and 10 minutes to 1 hour and 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
9. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
10. Make the Lemon Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest until smooth. Adjust the consistency with more lemon juice or sugar as needed.
11. Once the cake has cooled, drizzle the lemon glaze over the top.

Enjoy your tangy and sweet Lemon Sour Cream Pound Cake, perfect for a fresh and citrusy dessert!