Key Lime Pound Cake

October 18, 2025 by youssef

1. Prepare for Baking:

2. Make the Cake Batter:

In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and white sugar together on medium-high speed for about 5-7 minutes, until the mixture is light, pale, and fluffy.
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition until fully incorporated.
Mix in the grated key lime zest.
In a separate bowl, combine the flour. Gradually add the flour to the butter mixture alternately with the milk, beginning and ending with the flour. Mix until just combined—do not overmix.
Finally, stir in the fresh key lime juice and vanilla extract until the batter is smooth.

3. Bake the Cake:

Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it out into an even layer.
Bake for 1 hour and 30 minutes, or until a wooden skewer or toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
Allow the cake to cool in the pan on a wire rack for 20 minutes. Then, carefully invert it onto the rack to cool completely.

4. Prepare the Frosting:

While the cake cools, make the frosting. In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and butter together until completely smooth and creamy.
Gradually beat in the powdered sugar on low speed until combined, then increase the speed until the frosting is smooth.
Beat in the key lime juice, lime zest, and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.

5. Frost and Serve:

Once the cake is completely cool, spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the top.
Slice, serve, and enjoy!

Chef’s Tip: For the best flavor, always use freshly squeezed key lime juice and zest.