LEMON GLAZED POUND CAKE BY LADY ROSE

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If you like lemon you are sure to love this Lemon Glazed Pound Cake, that can be made by using either cream cheese, or Sour Cream to keep it moist. The 3 boosts of flavor added by the lemon gelatin, lemon zest, and lemon extract, add a lot of depth & flavor to the taste. This is one of my favorite cakes. I am sure it will become...

Provided by Rose Mary Mogan

Categories     Cakes

Time 2h

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 c sour cream or cream cheese (8 oz) room temperature
6 large eggs room temperature
3 c all purpose flour
3 c sugar
3 stick butter, room temperature
1 box 3 oz. lemon flavored gelatin
1 Tbsp pure lemon extract
1 Tbsp lemon zest
4-6 drops yellow food coloring (optional)
GLAZE INGREDIENTS:
1 1/2 c powdered sugar
2 tsp lemon extract
2 Tbsp evaporated milk (use more to make thinner)
1/2 stick butter
2-3 drops yellow food color
zest of 1 lemon if desired

Steps:

  • 1. PREHEAT OVEN TO 325 DEGREES F. In a bowl cream together the softened butter with cream cheese OR sour cream which ever you prefer to use, until it is pale yellow, gradually add sugar a little at a time, and continue to beat until well blended and mixture is no longer grainey. About 6-7 minutes.
  • 2. Then slowly add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Then add lemon extract, lemon zest, & yellow food color if using. Beat to mix well.
  • 3. In a medium bowl add 3 cups of flour, lemon gelatin, & stir to mix. Then gradually add flour mixture to creamed mixture A LITTLE AT A TIME. Beating well after each addition for a total of about 10 minutes.
  • 4. Spray bundt pan with Bakers Joy. Then pour cake batter into bundt pan. Smooth top of cake with spatula or back of spoon, and place in preheated 325 degree F oven, and bake for approximately 1 and a half hours, or until tooth pick comes out clean when inserted into center of cake.
  • 5. TO MAKE THE GLAZE: Mix all ingredients together in a small microwaveable bowl, except lemon zest & food color, then microwave 1 minute till butter melts. Remove, add lemon zest& food color and stir till thourgly mixed. DRIZZLE glaze over cake, and along edge of cake and allow it to drizzle down the sides.Add additional milk if you want a thinner glaze. You can also use this glaze for cinnamon rolls or another cake, and for added crunch add chopped nuts on top.
  • 6. ALTERNATE GLAZE: 1 cup sugar, 1/3 cup lemon juice, 1 stick butter,1 Tablespoon lemon zest. Add sugar, lemon juice, butter in a medium sauce pan, & cook over low heat, stirring till butter melts, and mixture begins to boil around edges. Stir until sugar is no longer grainy, & mixture becomes thick & syrupy, about 1-2 minutes. Remove from heat & add lemon zest. Then poke holes in top of cake with skewer or long tined fork and gradually pour glaze over cake with a spoon,and allow glaze to soak in. Allow to rest for about 5 minutes then invert cake and repeat step if there is glaze left. Allow cake to cool completely before slicing.

Alan C (ARC-99)
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This cake is delicious! The glaze is a bit too sweet for my taste, but the cake itself is perfect. It's moist and flavorful, and it's the perfect dessert for any occasion.


Rilee Durdin
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I made this cake for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. The cake is so moist and flavorful, and the glaze is the perfect amount of sweetness. I'll definitely be making this cake again.


Aaaa Asss
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This cake is a bit too sweet for my taste, but it's still very good. The glaze is delicious and the cake is moist and flavorful. I would recommend using less sugar in the glaze next time.


Sa'adah Jugulde
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I've made this cake several times and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and the results are always delicious. The glaze is the perfect finishing touch.


Kenza Kenza
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This cake is so good! I made it for my family and they loved it. It's moist and flavorful, and the glaze is perfect. I'll definitely be making this cake again.


William Mohale
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Followed the recipe exactly and the cake turned out dense and dry. Not sure what went wrong.


Saqib Dhap
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Just made this cake and it turned out great! The glaze is a bit too sweet for my taste, but overall it's a delicious and easy-to-make cake. Will definitely make it again!


Friend's Streaming
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This cake is amazing! It's so moist and flavorful, and the glaze is to die for. I've made it several times and it's always a hit. Thanks for sharing this recipe!


Sioncoy Grant
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Easy to follow recipe. Cake turned out perfect, moist and delicious. Will definitely make again.


Sadie. Ytwz
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I love this recipe! The cake is so moist and flavorful. The glaze is the perfect amount of sweetness and tartness. I've made this cake several times and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


zarine ballo
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This lemon glazed pound cake recipe is a keeper! It's easy to make and always turns out moist and flavorful. The glaze is the perfect finishing touch, adding a bright and citrusy flavor. I've made this cake for potlucks, bake sales, and even as a bir