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🍋 Lemon Buttermilk Pound Cake
A Bright, Buttery Hug in Every Bite
🏛️ History & Origin
The pound cake dates back to early 18th century Europe, where it was originally made with a pound each of flour, butter, sugar, and eggs. It was known for its simplicity, richness, and dense crumb. As the recipe traveled the world, bakers began adding leavening agents, flavorings, and moistening ingredients.
Buttermilk, a tangy leftover from butter churning, became a Southern U.S. favorite, adding tenderness and depth. The bright, zesty flavor of lemon eventually joined the buttery base to create what we now know as the Lemon Buttermilk Pound Cake—a glorious harmony of sweet, tart, and rich.
🍽️ Ingredients
Cake:
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 2½ cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs, room temperature
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup buttermilk, room temperature
- Zest of 2 lemons
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Lemon Glaze:
- 1½ cups powdered sugar
- 2–3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest (optional)
🛠️ Formation & Method
- Preparation
Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C). Grease and flour a 10-inch bundt pan or a large loaf pan. - Creaming Butter & Sugar
In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar together on medium-high speed until pale, fluffy, and creamy—about 4–5 minutes. This incorporates air for that fine, tender crumb. - Add the Eggs
Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Scrape down the sides of the bowl. This is where richness starts to take form. - Dry Ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. - Wet Ingredients
In a small bowl, combine buttermilk, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract. - Combine
Add dry ingredients to the butter mixture in three parts, alternating with the buttermilk mixture in two parts, beginning and ending with the dry. Mix until just combined. - Bake
Pour the batter into the prepared pan. Tap the pan gently on the counter to remove air bubbles. Bake for 60–70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. - Cool & Glaze
Cool in the pan for 10–15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Whisk together the glaze ingredients and drizzle over the cooled cake.
💛 Lovers of This Cake
This cake is a love letter to all who crave:
- The warmth of butter
- The tang of citrus
- The comfort of classic baking
- The crisp edges and moist center of a perfect slice
From grandmothers in Southern kitchens to pastry chefs in Parisian cafés, lovers of this cake are bound by a shared joy in its rich simplicity.
Some pair it with:
- A cup of Earl Grey tea
- A scoop of vanilla bean ice cream
- A bowl of fresh berries
- A sunny porch and good company
🧁 Serving & Storage
- Serve at room temperature for best flavor.
- Store covered at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to a week.
- Freezes beautifully—wrap in plastic and foil, then thaw overnight.
🔚 Conclusion
The Lemon Buttermilk Pound Cake is more than a dessert—it’s a timeless embrace wrapped in zest and nostalgia. It’s for celebrations, rainy days, and quiet mornings. It’s a cake for lovers—of food, of memory, and of the small joys that warm the heart.
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