Glazed Lemon Pound Cake

Vegetarian
Glazed Lemon Pound Cake
175 min.
16
338kcal

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Glazed Lemon Pound Cake, a perfect dessert that will brighten any occasion! This vegetarian treat is not only a feast for the eyes but also a burst of citrusy goodness that will tantalize your taste buds. With its moist and tender crumb, this cake is a wonderful way to celebrate the zesty essence of lemons.

Imagine the aroma of freshly baked cake wafting through your kitchen as you prepare this scrumptious dessert. The combination of sugar and butter creates a light and fluffy base, while the addition of eggs and grated lemon peel infuses the cake with a refreshing tang. Each slice is a harmonious blend of sweetness and tartness, making it an ideal companion for afternoon tea or a festive gathering.

The crowning glory of this pound cake is the luscious glaze that seeps into every nook and cranny, enhancing the flavor and adding a glossy finish. Whether you choose to garnish it with a dusting of powdered sugar or adorn it with edible flowers, this cake is sure to impress your guests and leave them craving more.

Ready in just under three hours, this recipe serves 16, making it perfect for sharing with family and friends. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to create a dessert that not only looks stunning but also tastes divine. Your Glazed Lemon Pound Cake awaits!

Ingredients

  • cups sugar 
  • cup butter softened
  •  eggs 
  • tablespoon lemon zest grated
  • cups flour all-purpose
  • teaspoon double-acting baking powder 
  • teaspoon salt 
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking soda 
  • cup milk 
  • 0.3 cup sugar 
  • 0.3 cup juice of lemon 
  • tablespoons butter 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • hand mixer
  • toothpicks
  • cake form
  • skewers

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F. Generously spray 12-cup fluted tube cake pan with cooking spray. In large bowl, beat 2 cups sugar and 1 cup butter with electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, scraping bowl occasionally.
  2. Add 1 egg at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in lemon peel.
  3. On low speed, beat in flour, baking powder, salt, baking soda and milk until smooth, scraping bowl occasionally.
  4. Pour batter into pan.
  5. Bake 50 to 60 minutes or until toothpick inserted near center comes out clean. Cool in pan 15 minutes.
  6. Place heatproof serving plate upside down over pan; turn plate and pan over.
  7. Remove pan.
  8. Meanwhile, in 1-quart nonaluminum saucepan, heat glaze ingredients over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until butter is melted.
  9. With long-tined fork or skewer, generously prick top and sides of cake.
  10. Brush warm glaze over cake, allowing glaze to soak into cake. Cool completely, about 1 hour 30 minutes, before serving.
  11. Garnish with powdered sugar and edible flowers, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Calories338kcal
Protein5.2%
Fat38.76%
Carbs56.04%

Properties

Glycemic Index
27.82
Glycemic Load
33.64
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
5.6239130185998%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.19mg
Hesperetin
0.55mg
Naringenin
0.05mg
Quercetin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:337.9kcal
16.9%
Fat:14.79g
22.76%
Saturated Fat:8.86g
55.36%
Carbohydrates:48.13g
16.04%
Net Carbohydrates:47.44g
17.25%
Sugar:30.07g
33.41%
Cholesterol:77.02mg
25.67%
Sodium:330.76mg
14.38%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.46g
8.92%
Selenium:11.95µg
17.08%
Vitamin B1:0.2mg
13.26%
Folate:49.35µg
12.34%
Vitamin B2:0.2mg
11.7%
Vitamin A:482.8IU
9.66%
Manganese:0.17mg
8.28%
Iron:1.33mg
7.4%
Phosphorus:72.15mg
7.21%
Vitamin B3:1.42mg
7.1%
Calcium:48.06mg
4.81%
Vitamin B5:0.35mg
3.52%
Vitamin B12:0.21µg
3.46%
Vitamin E:0.51mg
3.42%
Fiber:0.68g
2.74%
Zinc:0.39mg
2.59%
Vitamin D:0.39µg
2.59%
Vitamin C:1.96mg
2.37%
Magnesium:8.98mg
2.25%
Copper:0.05mg
2.25%
Potassium:72.15mg
2.06%
Vitamin B6:0.04mg
2.06%
Vitamin K:1.26µg
1.2%