A Key Lime Pound Cake is a deliciously tangy and moist dessert that combines the rich texture of a pound cake with the refreshing flavor of key lime. Here’s a simple recipe to make it:
Ingredients:
For the Cake:
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- ½ cup sour cream
- ¼ cup key lime juice (freshly squeezed if possible)
- 1 tablespoon lime zest
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2-3 tablespoons key lime juice
- 1 teaspoon lime zest (optional)
Instructions:
1. Preheat the oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5-inch loaf pan or a bundt pan.
2. Prepare the dry ingredients:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
3. Cream the butter and sugar:
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 4-5 minutes.
4. Add the eggs:
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, making sure each egg is fully incorporated before adding the next.
5. Mix in the wet ingredients:
- Stir in the sour cream, key lime juice, lime zest, and vanilla extract.
6. Combine with dry ingredients:
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
7. Bake the cake:
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
8. Prepare the glaze:
- While the cake is baking, make the glaze by whisking together the powdered sugar, key lime juice, and lime zest until smooth. Adjust the lime juice to achieve your desired consistency.
9. Cool the cake:
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
10. Glaze the cake:
- Once the cake has cooled, drizzle the glaze over the top, allowing it to soak in and add extra lime flavor.
