Best 3 Delicate Lemon Pound Cake Recipes

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Welcome to the world of delicate lemon pound cake, where citrusy flavors dance with a tender crumb. In this article, you will embark on a culinary journey to discover the best recipe for this delightful treat. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting out, we'll guide you through the process of creating a lemon pound cake that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. So, get ready to gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's dive into the secrets of crafting the perfect delicate lemon pound cake.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

DELICATE LEMON POUND CAKE



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My best friend shared the recipe for this delightful dessert. It goes great with a cup of tea, too. Notice that there is no leavening in the recipe-the carbonated soda does the job! -Kelly Ward Hartman, Cape Coral, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h30m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup shortening
2-1/2 cups sugar
5 large eggs
1 teaspoon lemon extract
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup lemon-lime soda
Confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream the butter, shortening and sugar until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in extracts. Add flour alternately with soda, beating just until combined. , Pour into a greased and floured 10-in. fluted tube pan (pan will be full). Bake at 325° for 1-1/4 hours or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10-20 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack to cool completely. Dust with confectioners' sugar.

Nutrition Facts :

OLD-FASHIONED LEMON POUND CAKE



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This is an old recipe that my grandmother always made. It goes great with coffee and is quick and easy to make. Light lemon flavor that can be accompanied with a lemon glaze if desired.

Provided by Cookin Mama

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Pound Cake Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups white sugar
2 cups all-purpose flour
5 eggs
1 cup shortening (such as Crisco®)
5 tablespoons whole milk
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
2 teaspoons lemon extract
¼ teaspoon baking powder

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Grease two 9x5-inch loaf pans.
  • Combine sugar, flour, eggs, shortening, whole milk, vanilla extract, lemon extract, and baking powder in a large bowl; pour into the prepared pans.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted in the center of the cake comes out clean, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 390.7 calories, Carbohydrate 49.6 g, Cholesterol 77.5 mg, Fat 19.4 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 4.8 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 39.9 mg, Sugar 33.7 g

DELICATE LEMON POUND CAKE



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Make and share this Delicate Lemon Pound Cake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by tweetyfan

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h30m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup shortening
2 1/2 cups sugar
5 eggs
1 teaspoon lemon extract
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup carbonated lemon-lime beverage
confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter, shortening and sugar until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes.
  • Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition; stir in extracts.
  • Add flour alternately with soda, beating just until combined.
  • Pour into a greased and floured 10-in. fluted tube pan (pan will be full).
  • Bake at 325° for 1-1/4 hours or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean.
  • Cool for 10-20 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack to cool completely.
  • Dust with confectioners' sugar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 524.7, Fat 26.3, SaturatedFat 12.5, Cholesterol 128.8, Sodium 140.2, Carbohydrate 67.3, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 43.3, Protein 6

Tips:

  • Use room-temperature ingredients for a smoother batter.
  • Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
  • Gradually add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  • Sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt before adding to the batter.
  • Add the lemon zest and juice to the batter last.
  • Bake the cake in a preheated oven at 325°F (165°C) for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before turning it out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  • For a moist and flavorful cake, brush the top with a simple glaze made from lemon juice and powdered sugar.
  • Serve the cake with fresh berries, whipped cream, or ice cream.

Conclusion:

This delicate lemon pound cake is the perfect dessert for any occasion. It is light and fluffy, with a bright lemon flavor that is sure to please everyone. The cake is also very easy to make, and it can be dressed up or down depending on the occasion. For a simple dessert, serve the cake with fresh berries or whipped cream. For a more elegant dessert, glaze the cake with a simple lemon glaze and serve it with ice cream. No matter how you serve it, this cake is sure to be a hit.

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