Key Lime Pound Cake with Key Lime Glaze

Serves 8–10

INGREDIENTS:

For the Pound Cake:

1 cup unsalted butter , softened

1 ½ cups granulated sugar

4 large eggs , at room temperature

2 tsp key lime zest (or regular lime zest if key limes aren’t available)

1 tbsp key lime juice (about 4–6 key limes or 1 regular lime)

2 ½ cups all-purpose flour

1 tsp baking powder

½ tsp salt

1 cup whole milk , at room temperature

For the Key Lime Glaze:

1 ½ cups powdered sugar

2–3 tbsp key lime juice (adjust for desired consistency)

1 tsp key lime zest (optional, for garnish)

DIRECTIONS:

Step 1: Preheat & Prep

Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C) . Grease and flour a loaf pan (9×5-inch) or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.

Step 2: Cream Butter and Sugar

In a large mixing bowl, use a hand or stand mixer to cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy (about 2–3 minutes).

Step 3: Add Eggs and Lime Flavor

Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each egg is fully incorporated before adding the next.

Mix in the key lime zest and juice until well combined.

Step 4: Combine Dry Ingredients

In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.

Step 5: Alternate Wet and Dry Ingredients

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture in three parts, alternating with the milk (start and end with the dry ingredients). Mix just until combined—do not overmix.

Step 6: Bake

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula …