Limoncello Pound Cake Lemon (Print Version)

A moist, zesty pound cake infused with Limoncello and topped with tangy lemon glaze.

# What You'll Need:

→ Pound Cake

01 - 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
02 - 2 cups granulated sugar
03 - 4 large eggs, room temperature
04 - 1/4 cup Limoncello liqueur
05 - 1/4 cup whole milk, room temperature
06 - 2 tablespoons freshly grated lemon zest
07 - 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
08 - 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
09 - 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
10 - 1/2 teaspoon salt

→ Lemon Glaze

11 - 1 cup powdered sugar, sifted
12 - 2 to 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
13 - 1 tablespoon Limoncello liqueur
14 - Extra lemon zest for topping, optional

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease and flour a 9x5-inch loaf pan or bundt pan.
02 - In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until pale and fluffy, approximately 3 to 4 minutes.
03 - Beat in eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition.
04 - Stir in lemon zest, Limoncello, lemon juice, and milk until fully combined.
05 - In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
06 - Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, mixing just until incorporated.
07 - Transfer batter into prepared pan and smooth the top surface.
08 - Bake for 50 to 55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center emerges clean.
09 - Allow cake to cool in pan for 15 minutes, then invert onto a wire rack to cool completely.
10 - Whisk powdered sugar with lemon juice and Limoncello until smooth and pourable consistency.
11 - Drizzle glaze over cooled cake and top with extra lemon zest if desired. Allow glaze to set before slicing.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Luxuriously moist texture that stays fresh for days
  • Double lemon punch from fresh juice, zest, and Limoncello
  • Impressive presentation perfect for special occasions
  • Easy to customize with alcohol-free or flour variations
  • Pairs beautifully with fresh berries and whipped cream
02 -
  • Use a kitchen scale for precise measurements—baking is a science and accuracy matters
  • Don't skip sifting the powdered sugar for the glaze; it prevents lumps and creates a silky finish
  • Test doneness with a toothpick or cake tester in multiple spots, especially with bundt pans
  • Let the glaze drip naturally for a rustic look, or spread it evenly for a polished finish
  • Wrap cooled, unglazed cake tightly and freeze for up to 3 months; glaze after thawing
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