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Lemon Pound Cake

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A delightful lemon pound cake with zesty lemon flavor and buttery goodness, perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • Zest of 2 lemons
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a loaf pan.
  2. Cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. Whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt in another bowl.
  5. Add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with sour cream, mixing until just combined.
  6. Stir in the lemon zest and fresh lemon juice.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
  8. Bake for 60-70 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  9. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Serve with a glaze of powdered sugar and lemon juice or with fresh berries and whipped cream for a delightful treat.

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