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Key Lime Pound Cake

Tangy Key Lime Pound Cake for a Tropical Treat at Home

Indulge in this Key Lime Pound Cake, a must-bake dessert blending rich flavor with zesty lime.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Can be substituted with gluten-free flour blend.
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder Ensure it’s fresh for the best rise.
  • ½ teaspoon fine sea salt Use regular salt if fine sea salt is unavailable.
  • ¾ cup unsalted butter Substitute with plant-based butter for a dairy-free option.
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar Coconut sugar can be used for a lower glycemic index.
  • 4 large eggs Use flax eggs as a vegan substitute (1 tbsp ground flaxseed + 3 tbsp water per egg).
  • ½ cup fresh lime juice Regular limes can also work for a different flavor profile.
  • zest of 2 limes Extra zest can enhance the cake's aroma.
  • ½ cup milk Substitute with non-dairy milk for a vegan option.
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup confectioners' sugar Can replace with powdered erythritol for a sugar-free option.
  • 2 tablespoons milk for glaze Use plant-based milk for a dairy-free glaze.

Equipment

  • Loaf pans
  • Stand mixer
  • mixing bowls

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Key Lime Pound Cake
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9x5-inch loaf pans.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients until well combined.
  3. Cream the butter until pale and fluffy, then gradually add the sugar until airy.
  4. Add the lime zest, then mix in the eggs one at a time, followed by the lime juice.
  5. Combine the dry and wet ingredients alternately, starting with the dry.
  6. Evenly divide the batter between the prepared loaf pans.
  7. Bake for 55-60 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
  8. Cool the cakes in the pans for 20 minutes, then on a wire rack for 2 hours.
  9. Prepare the glaze by whisking together the glaze ingredients until smooth.
  10. Drizzle the lime glaze over the cooled cakes and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For maximum flavor, apply the glaze just before serving. Avoid overmixing for best texture.

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