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Lemon Glazed Pound Cake – Moist and Full of Flavor

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This moist, zesty lemon cake is packed with fresh citrus flavor and topped with a sweet lemon glaze. Perfect for spring gatherings, brunch, or a simple weekday treat.

Ingredients

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  • 1¾ cups all-purpose flour

  • 1½ tsp baking powder

  • ½ tsp baking soda

  • ¼ tsp salt

  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened

  • ¾ cup granulated sugar

  • 2 large eggs

  • ⅓ cup vegetable oil

  • ½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt

  • 2 tbsp lemon zest

  • ¼ cup fresh lemon juice

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

  • Lemon Glaze:

    • 1 cup powdered sugar

    • 2–3 tbsp fresh lemon juice

    • Optional: ½ tsp lemon zest

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9×5″ loaf pan.

  • Whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

  • Cream butter and sugar until fluffy. Beat in eggs, oil, sour cream, zest, juice, and vanilla.

  • Add dry ingredients and mix just until combined.

  • Pour into pan. Bake 50–60 mins until a toothpick comes out clean.

  • Cool slightly. Whisk glaze ingredients and drizzle over warm cake.

  • Let glaze set before slicing.

Notes

Use fresh lemons for best flavor. Add blueberries or poppy seeds for variation. Freezes well for up to 2 months.

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