Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of Lemon Cream Cheese Pound Cake with Candied Lemons. This moist and rich dessert beautifully balances sweet and tart flavors, making it a perfect centerpiece for any gathering, from family celebrations to casual brunches. The creamy texture of cream cheese combined with fresh lemon zest and juice creates an irresistible cake that stays fresh for days. Topped with elegant candied lemons, this dessert not only pleases the palate but also impresses visually. Whether enjoyed plain or dressed up with a drizzle of glaze, this cake is sure to become a favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (3 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 6 large eggs, room temperature
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp salt
- Zest of 2 lemons
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup powdered sugar (optional for glaze)
- 2 lemons, thinly sliced (for candied lemons)
- 1 cup water (for candied lemons)
- 1 cup granulated sugar (for candied lemons)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease and flour a Bundt or tube pan.
- Beat softened butter and cream cheese until fluffy. Gradually add sugar, mixing until light in color.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually combine with wet ingredients.
- Stir in lemon zest, juice, and vanilla extract.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 70-80 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool for 15-20 minutes before transferring to wire rack.
- In a skillet, bring sugar and water to a simmer over medium heat. Add lemon slices in a single layer and simmer gently for about 15-20 minutes until translucent. Transfer slices to parchment paper to cool.
- Whisk together powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth and drizzle over the cooled cake before adding candied lemons on top.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (70g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 80mg