Lemon Buttermilk Pound Cake: The Perfect Zesty, Moist Dessert


 

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