Key Lime Pound Cake with Glaze

Key Lime Pound Cake with Glaze
  • PREP TIME
    20 mins
  • COOK TIME
    1 hrs 30 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    2 hrs 5 mins
  • SERVING
    12 People
  • VIEWS
    12

A sublime rendition of the classic pound cake, infused with the zesty brightness of Key limes. This cake offers a moist, tender crumb and a delicate citrus flavor that's perfectly balanced, never overpowering. Topped with a luscious Key lime glaze, it's a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    90 g
  • Cholesterol
    161 mg
  • Fiber
    1 g
  • Protein
    7 g
  • Saturated Fat
    17 g
  • Sodium
    90 mg
  • Sugar
    61 g
  • Fat
    34 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step

Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C). Grease and flour a 10-inch tube pan; line the bottom with a circle of parchment paper. (Prep time: 10 minutes)

02

Step

In a large bowl, cream together the granulated sugar, softened butter, and shortening with an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy. (Mixing time: 5-7 minutes)

03

Step

In a separate bowl, sift together the cake flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture, alternating with the heavy cream, beginning and ending with the flour mixture. Beat on low speed until just combined. (Mixing time: 3-5 minutes)

04

Step

Stir in the Key lime juice, lime zest, and vanilla extract until evenly distributed throughout the batter. (Mixing time: 1-2 minutes)

05

Step

Pour the batter into the prepared tube pan and spread evenly. (Prep time: 2 minutes)

06

Step

Bake in the preheated oven until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean, approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes. (Baking time: 90 minutes)

07

Step

Let the cake cool in the pan on a wire rack for 15 minutes before inverting it onto the rack to cool completely. (Cooling time: 15 minutes in pan, several hours to fully cool)

08

Step

While the cake is cooling, prepare the glaze. In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, Key lime juice, and vanilla extract until smooth. (Prep time: 5 minutes)

09

Step

Once the cake is completely cool, drizzle or brush the glaze evenly over the top and sides. Allow the glaze to set before serving. (Prep time: 5 minutes)

For a more intense lime flavor, consider adding a tablespoon of lime zest to the glaze as well.
Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for optimal mixing and a smoother batter.
To prevent the cake from sticking, grease the tube pan thoroughly and use a generous amount of flour. Tap out any excess flour before adding the batter.
If the top of the cake starts to brown too quickly during baking, tent it loosely with aluminum foil.
The cake is best stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Irma Stokes

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 5.0/ 5 ( 4 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
  • Kali Barton

    This is my go-to pound cake recipe now. It's so easy to make and always a hit!

  • Alexander Gutmann

    I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. The Key lime flavor is subtle but present, and the cake is incredibly moist.

  • Anabelle Gusikowski

    The glaze is the perfect finishing touch. Don't skip it! I added a bit of extra lime zest for an extra pop of flavor.

  • Milford Effertz

    This cake is absolutely divine! The perfect balance of sweet and tart. Everyone raved about it!

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