Key Lime Pound Cake
A vibrant and tangy Key Lime Pound Cake that transports you to the tropics with every bite. Moist, dense, and bursting with flavor, it’s perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Total Time: 85 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 cup key lime juice
- 2 teaspoons key lime extract
- 1/2 cup milk
- Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grab a 9×5-inch loaf pan and grease it with butter or cooking spray.
- Cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until pale and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Whisk together the flour, salt, and baking powder in a separate bowl.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk.
- Add the key lime juice and extract, folding gently to combine.
- Transfer the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
Serve with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream and garnish with key lime slices for an even more delightful presentation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: cake, dessert, key lime, pound cake, tropical, summer, baked goods