Description
Moist Tangy Key Lime Pound Cake – A Zesty Twist on a Classic Favorite. This cake combines the rich texture of a classic pound cake with the bright, refreshing flavor of key lime. A perfect balance of sweet and tangy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups (3 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup fresh key lime juice (about 3–4 key limes)
- Zest of 2 key limes
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon almond extract (optional)
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2–3 tablespoons fresh key lime juice
- Zest of 1 key lime
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or bundt pan with butter and flour, or line with parchment paper. Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter and sugar together using an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy (about 3-5 minutes).
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then, mix in vanilla, almond extract (optional), sour cream, key lime juice, and zest until fully combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Bake for 60-70 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. If using a bundt pan, it may take slightly longer.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- While the cake cools, whisk together powdered sugar, key lime juice, and zest in a small bowl. Adjust the glaze consistency by adding more lime juice or sugar if needed.
- Once the cake has cooled, drizzle the key lime glaze over the top and allow it to set before slicing and serving.
Notes
- This cake is perfect for summer gatherings and holiday celebrations.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Key Lime Pound Cake, Moist Tangy Key Lime, Dessert Recipe