Homemade lemon Pound Cake with lemon glaze

Making the Lemon Pound Cake:

1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 10-inch bundt pan or two loaf pans.
2. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 4-5 minutes.
3. Add Eggs: Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
4. Combine Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
5. Add Dry Ingredients and Buttermilk: Alternately add the dry ingredients and buttermilk to the creamed mixture, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix just until combined.
6. Add Lemon Flavor: Stir in the lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract until well combined.
7. Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan(s) and smooth the top with a spatula. Bake for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Cool: Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Making the Lemon Glaze:

1. Mix Ingredients: In a small bowl, combine the powdered sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest (if using). Whisk until smooth.
2. Adjust Consistency: If the glaze is too thick, add a little more lemon juice. If it’s too thin, add more powdered sugar until you reach the desired consistency.
3. Glaze the Cake: Once the cake is completely cool, drizzle the glaze over the top. Allow the glaze to set before serving.

Tips:

• Room Temperature Ingredients: Ensure your butter, eggs, and buttermilk are at room temperature to achieve a smooth batter.
• Lemon Zest: Use a microplane or fine grater to zest the lemons, avoiding the white pith beneath the skin, which is bitter.
• Bundt Pan: If using a bundt pan, be sure to grease and flour it well to prevent the cake from sticking.

This Homemade Lemon Pound Cake with Lemon Glaze is sure to become a favorite, offering a perfect balance of sweetness and tart lemon flavor. Enjoy this moist and delicious cake with your loved ones or as a special treat for yourself.