Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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12
servings
1 cup

butter

softened

3 cup

sugar

6 unit

eggs

5 tbsp

lemon juice

1 tbsp

lemon rind

grated

1 tsp

lemon extract

3 cup

all-purpose flour

0.5 tsp

baking soda

0.25 tsp

salt

1.25 cup

sour cream

0.25 cup

sour cream

2 tbsp

butter

softened

2.5 cup

powdered sugar

3 tbsp

lemon juice

2 tsp

lemon rind

grated

Step 1
~5 min

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 10-inch bundt pan.

Step 2
~5 min

In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar for about 5 minutes until light and fluffy.

Key Technique: Mixing
Step 3
~5 min

Beat in the eggs one at a time, making sure to incorporate each egg fully.

Step 4
~5 min

Stir in the lemon juice, lemon zest, and lemon extract until well combined.

Step 5
~5 min

In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 6
~5 min

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture, alternating with the sour cream, beginning and ending with the flour mixture.

Step 7
~5 min

Mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix.

Step 8
~5 min

Pour the batter into the prepared bundt pan.

Step 9
~5 min

Bake in the preheated oven for 55-60 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 10
~5 min

Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 11
~5 min

To make the icing, in a bowl, beat together the sour cream and softened butter until smooth.

Step 12
~5 min

Gradually whisk in the powdered sugar until well combined.

Step 13
~5 min

Stir in the lemon juice and lemon zest.

Step 14
~5 min

Drizzle the icing over the cooled cake.

Step 15
~5 min

Refrigerate any leftover cake.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a more intense lemon flavor, add more lemon zest to the batter.

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for better mixing.

Do not overbake the cake to prevent it from becoming dry.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made 1-2 days in advance and stored in the refrigerator.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Pair with fresh berries.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Fresh berries
Whipped cream
Vanilla ice cream

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Pound cakes are a classic American dessert.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Birthdays
Holidays
Potlucks

Occasion Tags

Party
Celebration
Holiday

Popularity Score

70/100