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Moist & Tangy Key Lime Pound Cake

Moist & Tangy Key Lime Pound Cake for Sunshine-filled Days

This Moist & Tangy Key Lime Pound Cake is a celebration of flavor and texture, perfect for gatherings or a special treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour
  • 1.5 cups Granulated Sugar Brown sugar can be used for a richer flavor
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Can be replaced with dairy-free alternative
  • 4 large Eggs Flax eggs can be used for a vegan option
  • 0.5 cup Fresh Key Lime Juice Regular lime juice can be substituted
  • 2 units Key Lime Zest Use limes from the same batch for consistency
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Mix with additional lime juice for a zesty finish

Equipment

  • 9x5 inch loaf pan
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Electric Mixer
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream 1 cup of unsalted butter and 1 ½ cups of granulated sugar on medium speed for 3-5 minutes.
  3. Add 4 large eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition for another 2-3 minutes.
  4. Gradually mix in 2 cups of all-purpose flour until just combined.
  5. Fold in ½ cup of fresh key lime juice and the zest of 2 key limes.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top.
  7. Bake for 50-60 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
  8. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. Mix 1 cup of powdered sugar with 2-3 tablespoons of fresh key lime juice until you reach your desired consistency.
  10. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cake and let set before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 3gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Room temperature ingredients work best for mixing. Allow the cake to cool completely before glazing.

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