Traditional Southern Lemon Pound Cake Instructions

Traditional Southern Lemon Pound Cake Instructions

If you’re a fan of classic Southern desserts, then you’ll love this recipe for a traditional Southern lemon pound cake. Bursting with citrus flavor and featuring a tender crumb, this cake is perfect for any occasion. Follow these instructions to create a delectable dessert that will impress your family and friends.

Ingredients:

  • 1 ½ cups unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 cups granulated sugar
  • 6 large eggs
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 2 tablespoons lemon zest
  • ¼ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C). Grease and flour a 10-inch tube pan or Bundt pan.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. You can use an electric mixer for this step.
  3. Add the eggs to the butter-sugar mixture, one at a time, beating well after
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Old Fashioned Lemon Pound Cake

Old Fashioned Lemon Pound Cake

If you’re looking for a delicious, easy to make cake that’s sure to impress your guests, try an Old- Fashioned Lemon Pound Cake. The recipe can be made using a tube pan or a Bundt pan with a capacity of 12 to 15 cups. The cake tastes best when it’s made with buttermilk instead of regular flour, so this recipe is a must-try.

Buttermilk in pound cake

Buttermilk in old fashioned lemon pound cakes is a delicious ingredient in a dense lemon cake. Lemon buttermilk glaze gives the cake an extra citrusy flavor, while a simple lemon syrup adds an extra layer of moisture to the batter. Another ingredient in this recipe is confectioners’ sugar, which is used to make a lemon glaze. This lemon pound cake recipe also calls for fresh lemon juice and zest, which make it a favorite among citrus lovers.

Adding lemon juice to pound cake

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