Here’s a Lemon Mile High Pound Cake recipe that’s rich, dense, buttery, and bursting with lemon flavor—perfect for when you want a showstopper dessert with a bright, citrusy twist!
🍋 Lemon Mile High Pound Cake Recipe
Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes – 1 hour 45 minutes
Total Time: ~2 hours
Yields: One tall 10-inch Bundt or tube cake
Ingredients
For the Cake:
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3 cups (6 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature
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3 cups granulated sugar
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10 large eggs, room temperature
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4 cups cake flour, sifted (or use all-purpose flour if needed)
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1/2 teaspoon baking powder
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1 cup sour cream, room temperature
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1/4 cup lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
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1 tablespoon lemon zest
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2 teaspoons vanilla extract
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1/2 teaspoon almond extract (optional for depth)
For the Lemon Glaze:
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2 cups powdered sugar, sifted
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3–4 tablespoons lemon juice
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1 tablespoon lemon zest (optional, for stronger lemon punch)
Instructions
1. Preheat and Prepare:
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Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
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Grease and flour a 10-inch Bundt or tube pan thoroughly.
2. Cream Butter and Sugar:
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In a large bowl or stand mixer, cream the butter until light and fluffy.
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Gradually add the sugar, beating for about 5–7 minutes until pale and fluffy.
3. Add Eggs:
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Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
4. Combine Dry Ingredients:
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In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
5. Mix Wet Ingredients:
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In a small bowl, mix together the sour cream, lemon juice, zest, vanilla, and almond extract.
6. Alternate Mixing:
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With the mixer on low, alternate adding the dry ingredients and the sour cream mixture to the butter mixture, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Do not overmix.
7. Bake:
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Pour batter evenly into the prepared pan.
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Bake for 90–105 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Let the cake cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
8. Glaze:
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Mix the powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth.
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Pour over cooled cake, letting it drip down the sides. Sprinkle with lemon zest if desired.
💡 Tips for Success
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Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for best texture.
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Use fresh lemons for zest and juice—this makes a big difference!
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This cake gets even better after resting for a day—wrap it well and store at room temperature.
