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Key Lime Pound Cake: Easy Recipe for a Zesty Treat

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A dense, buttery, and zesty Key Lime Pound Cake that perfectly balances sweetness with the bright tang of fresh key limes, finished with a simple citrus glaze.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon lime zest (from about 2 limes)
  • 1/2 cup fresh key lime juice (about 4-6 key limes)
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh key lime juice (for glaze)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F. Grease and flour a 10-inch bundt pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (4-5 minutes).
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract, lime zest, and 1/2 cup key lime juice.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared bundt pan and tap gently to release air bubbles.
  7. Bake for 50 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Let the cake cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then invert onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. Whisk together powdered sugar and 2 tablespoons key lime juice to create the glaze.
  10. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cake before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • Use room temperature eggs for better emulsification.
  • If the top browns too quickly, cover loosely with aluminum foil during the last 15 minutes of baking.
  • Fresh key lime juice is preferred over bottled for the best flavor profile.
  • Ensure the cake is completely cool before glazing to prevent the glaze from melting off.

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Keywords: Key Lime Pound Cake, Zesty Treat, Bundt Cake Recipe, Key Lime Dessert, Easy Baking

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