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Key Lime Pound Cake with Glaze
Maya Rowan

Irresistibly Tangy Key Lime Pound Cake with Sweet Glaze

Experience the vibrant flavors of Key Lime Pound Cake with Glaze, a delightful dessert that balances sweetness and tanginess.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings: 10 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups white sugar
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • ½ cup shortening
  • 3 cups cake flour sifted
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 4 large eggs
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup key lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon lime zest
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • ¼ cup key lime juice glaze
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract glaze

Method
 

  1. Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 300°F. While it heats, grease and flour a 10-inch tube pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
  2. Cream the Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine white sugar, softened unsalted butter, and shortening. Beat until creamy and light, about 3-5 minutes.
  3. Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, sift together the cake flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add this to the creamed ingredients along with the eggs and heavy cream, mixing on low speed until just combined.
  4. Add Flavors: Stir in the key lime juice, lime zest, and vanilla extract.
  5. Pour the Batter: Gently pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
  6. Bake the Cake: Bake for 1 hour and 30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Cool the Cake: Remove from the oven and let cool in the pan for 15 minutes.
  8. Prepare the Glaze: Whisk together powdered sugar, key lime juice, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  9. Glaze the Cake: Once the cake is cool, brush the glaze over the top and sides.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 48gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 30g

Notes

  • Use fresh limes for best flavor.
  • Ensure ingredients are at room temperature.
  • Avoid overmixing to keep the cake tender.
  • Customize the glaze flavor to your preference.
  • Check cake doneness with a toothpick.
  • Cool the cake properly for the best texture.

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