Lemon Buttermilk Pound Cake – The Perfect Balance of Tangy & Sweet! 🍋✨


 

This ultra-moist, velvety pound cake is bursting with bright lemon flavor and a delicate crumb, thanks to rich buttermilk. Topped with a zesty lemon glaze, it’s a classic dessert that never goes out of style!


Why You’ll Love This Recipe ❤️

✅ Perfectly dense yet tender (true pound cake texture!)
✅ Tangy buttermilk + lemon = next-level flavor
✅ Simple ingredients, stunning results
✅ Great for brunch, tea time, or gifting


Ingredients You’ll Need 🛒

*(Makes 1 loaf or 10-12 servings)*

For the Cake:

  • 1½ cups all-purpose flour

  • ½ tsp baking powder

  • ¼ tsp baking soda

  • ½ tsp salt

  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened

  • 1 cup granulated sugar

  • 2 large eggs, room temp

  • ½ cup buttermilk, room temp

  • Zest of 2 lemons

  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

For the Lemon Glaze:

  • 1 cup powdered sugar

  • 2-3 tbsp fresh lemon juice

  • 1 tsp lemon zest (optional)


Step-by-Step Instructions 👩‍🍳