Iced Lemon Pound Cake
Looking for a great lemon dessert? This homemade iced lemon pound cake is buttery, soft, and bursting with bright citrus flavor. It’s rich, moist, and perfectly sweet. The vanilla drizzle on top adds a smooth, creamy finish. No fancy tools or tricky steps needed. Just a few simple ingredients and one bowl. It’s the kind of recipe anyone can whip up. Easy to make and even easier to love.
Why You’ll Love This Iced Lemon Pound Cake
- Super easy: Made with basic ingredients and simple steps
- No lemon zest needed: Still packed with fresh lemon flavor
- Moist and buttery: Every bite is soft and rich
- Light vanilla drizzle: Adds a sweet, smooth finish
- Perfect anytime treat: Great for brunch, dessert, or snacking
- Quick to make: Ready in under an hour with minimal cleanup
Recipe Variations
- Lemon glaze: Swap the vanilla drizzle for a sweet-tart lemon icing
- Add berries: Fold in blueberries or raspberries for extra flavor
- Make it citrusy: Use orange or lime juice instead of lemon
- Gluten-free option: Use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend
- Add poppy seeds: Stir in 1 tablespoon for a classic twist
- Mini loaves or muffins: Divide batter into smaller pans for quicker baking
Iced Lemon Pound Cake
This easy homemade iced lemon pound cake is made with just a few simple ingredients. It's moist, buttery, and topped with a sweet vanilla glaze making it a great dessert option for anyone who has a sweet tooth.
Equipment
- loaf pan
Ingredients
Lemon Pound Cake
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened (2 sticks)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 4 eggs
- ¼ cup lemon juice
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- ½ tsp lemon extract (optional)
Vanilla Drizzle
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp milk
- ¼ tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a loaf pan.
- In a bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs, one at a time.
- Mix in lemon juice and vanilla extract (optional lemon extract)
- Add flour and stir just until combined.
- Pour batter into the pan and bake for 45–50 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool completely before adding glaze.
Drizzle Instructions
- Whisk together powdered sugar, milk, vanilla, and optional lemon juice until smooth. Drizzle over the cooled cake.
Notes
Nutrition per Serving (1 slice, estimated):
- Calories: 310
- Total Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
- Sodium: 115mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 28g
- Sugars: 18g
- Protein: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
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