Description

A moist, buttery pound cake infused with the tangy brightness of key lime juice and zest, topped with a sweet lime glaze—vibrant, refreshing, and perfect for citrus lovers.

Ingredients

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1 cup unsalted butter, softened
2 1/2 cups granulated sugar
6 large eggs
3 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
1 cup whole milk
1/4 cup key lime juice
1 tbsp key lime zest
1 tsp vanilla extract
A few drops of green food coloring (optional)
1 cup powdered sugar
2–3 tbsp key lime juice
Zest of 1 key lime

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease and flour a bundt or loaf pan.
In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
In another bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, and salt.
In a small bowl, combine milk, lime juice, zest, and vanilla.
Alternately add dry and wet ingredients to the creamed mixture, beginning and ending with the dry.
Stir in green food coloring, if using.
Pour batter into prepared pan and smooth the top.
Bake for 70–80 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Let cool in pan for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack.
Mix glaze ingredients and drizzle over cooled cake.

Notes

Use freshly squeezed key lime juice for the best flavor.
Adjust the food coloring to your desired shade of green.
Make sure the cake is completely cool before glazing to prevent the glaze from melting.
Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temperature or refrigerate for longer freshness.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 438
Sugar: 39g
Sodium: 140mg
Fat: 21g
Saturated Fat: 13g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 58g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 6g
Cholesterol: 115mg