Lemon Pound Cake Recipe
Make Lemon Pound Cake Recipe in just 1h 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
For Serving
Method
Preparation
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
- 2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
Mixing Wet Ingredients
- 3
Cream Butter and Sugar
In a large bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
- 4
Add Eggs and Flavorings
Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then, stir in the lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract until fully combined.
Combining and Baking
- 5
Combine Ingredients
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing gently until just combined. Do not over-mix.
- 6
Pour and Bake
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.