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Key Lime Pound Cake with Key Lime Cream Cheese Icing

A delightful Key Lime Pound Cake paired with a refreshing Key Lime Cream Cheese Icing, perfect for summer gatherings and special occasions.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Course Dessert, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 12 servings
Calories 450 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Cake

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Make sure your butter is softened to room temperature for easy mixing.
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup key lime juice Use fresh key limes for the best flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon lime zest
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Cream Cheese Icing

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons key lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon lime zest

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a bundt pan.
  • In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Add the eggs one at a time, making sure to beat well after each addition.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the butter mixture, alternating with the sour cream, key lime juice, lime zest, and vanilla extract. Mix until just combined.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared bundt pan and smooth the top with a spatula.

Baking

  • Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then turn it out onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Making the Icing

  • For the cream cheese icing, beat together the softened cream cheese and butter until smooth.
  • Gradually add the powdered sugar, key lime juice, and lime zest to the mixture, mixing until well combined.
  • Drizzle the cream cheese icing over the cooled pound cake before serving.

Notes

Serving Key Lime Pound Cake is easy! You can slice it into generous pieces and serve it plain or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream on the side. The zesty flavor pairs well with a cup of coffee or tea. To store your Key Lime Pound Cake, place it in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days or refrigerate for up to a week. Keep the icing separate if possible to maintain its texture.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 4gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 250mgFiber: 1gSugar: 30g
Keyword Cream Cheese Icing, Dessert, Key Lime Cake, Pound Cake, Summer Treat
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