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Mile High Lemon Pound Cake

This Mile High Lemon Pound Cake is ultra-moist, rich, and bursting with fresh lemon flavor. Finished with a tangy glaze, it’s perfect for birthdays, brunch, or afternoon tea.

Ingredients
  

For the Cake:

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 3 cups granulated sugar
  • 6 large eggs
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons lemon zest
  • ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Lemon Glaze:

  • cups powdered sugar
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease and flour a 10-inch Bundt pan, making sure to coat every curve to avoid sticking.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl, beat softened butter and sugar for 3–5 minutes until light, fluffy, and creamy.
  • Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each. Scrape the bowl to blend evenly.
  • Mix in sour cream, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract. Batter will be smooth and fragrant.
  • Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture. Mix just until combined—don’t overmix.
  • Pour batter into prepared Bundt pan. Smooth the top. Bake for 75–85 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  • Let the cake rest in the pan for 15 minutes, then carefully turn it out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  • Whisk powdered sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest until smooth. Drizzle over the cooled cake. Let the glaze set for 10–15 minutes before slicing.