A Classic Southern Pound Cake with a Bright Citrus Twist!
This Lemon Buttermilk Pound Cake is the ultimate tender, buttery cake with a sunshine-kissed lemon flavor and the perfect dense-yet-moist crumb. Topped with a sweet lemon glaze, it’s simple enough for tea time but elegant enough for special occasions—and it stays delicious for days!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
🍋 Bright & Zesty – Fresh lemon in every bite!
🧈 Buttery & Moist – Thanks to buttermilk for the perfect texture.
⏳ Better the Next Day – Flavors deepen as it sits.
🎂 Versatile – Serve plain, glazed, or with berries and cream.
Ingredients
(Makes 1 loaf or Bundt cake)
For the Cake:
1 ½ cups (190g) all-purpose flour
½ tsp baking powder
½ tsp baking soda
½ tsp salt
½ cup (1 stick / 115g) unsalted butter, softened
1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
2 large eggs, room temperature
1 tbsp lemon zest (about 2 lemons)
2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
½ cup (120ml) buttermilk, room temperature
1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Lemon Glaze (Optional):
1 cup (120g) powdered sugar
2-3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 tsp lemon zest
Step-by-Step Instructions
