Description
This Key Lime Pound Cake is a tangy and moist treat with the refreshing flavors of key lime. The cake is perfect for any occasion, offering a burst of citrus flavor with every bite.
Ingredients
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- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon grated lime zest (from 2–3 key limes)
- ½ cup freshly squeezed key lime juice (from 4–5 key limes)
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two 9×5-inch loaf pans or one bundt pan with butter and lightly dust with flour.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In another large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar using an electric mixer until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
- Add the eggs one at a time, making sure each egg is fully incorporated before adding the next. Mix in the grated lime zest and freshly squeezed key lime juice. The mixture may appear slightly curdled, but that’s normal.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the sour cream. Start and finish with the flour mixture. Mix until just combined—do not overmix.
- Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pans. Bake for 50-60 minutes (loaf pans) or 60-70 minutes (bundt pan) or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 15 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For a gluten-free option, use a gluten-free flour blend instead of all-purpose flour.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute dairy-free butter and yogurt or a dairy-free sour cream alternative.
- If you’re looking for a tropical twist, consider adding crushed macadamia nuts or desiccated coconut to the batter.
- To enhance flavor, top the cake with a lime glaze or dust it with powdered sugar before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
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