Luscious Glazed Key Lime Cake
Brighten up your dessert table with this Luscious Glazed Key Lime Cake, a tropical-inspired treat that perfectly balances tangy and sweet flavors. This moist and tender bundt cake is infused with the zesty essence of fresh key lime juice and zest, delivering a citrusy burst in every bite. Topped with a glossy key lime glaze that seeps into the cake, it adds an extra layer of indulgence and an irresistible finish. With a straightforward preparation process and a bake time of just 40 minutes, this cake is ideal for summer gatherings, brunches, or any occasion that calls for a show-stopping dessert. Whether you're a fan of key lime pie or simply love vibrant citrus flavors, this delightful creation is sure to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.75 cups unsalted butter, softened
- 1.5 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 0.5 cups key lime juice
- 1 tablespoons key lime zest
- 0.5 cups whole milk
- 1 cups powdered sugar (for glaze)
- 2 tablespoons key lime juice (for glaze)
- 0.5 teaspoons key lime zest (for glaze)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour a 9-inch bundt pan.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, use a hand or stand mixer to cream the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
Add the eggs one at a time to the creamed mixture, beating well after each addition.
Mix in the key lime juice and zest until incorporated.
Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk. Begin and end with the flour mixture. Mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
Pour the batter evenly into the prepared bundt pan and smooth the top.
Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
To make the glaze, whisk together the powdered sugar, key lime juice, and key lime zest in a small bowl until smooth and glossy.
Drizzle the glaze evenly over the cooled cake, allowing it to drip down the sides.
Let the glaze set for about 15 minutes before slicing and serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3038 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 170.3 g | 218% | |
| Saturated Fat | 99.8 g | 499% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1146 mg | 382% | |
| Sodium | 2439 mg | 106% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 332.9 g | 121% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.3 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 130.3 g | ||
| Protein | 54.9 g | 110% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.3 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 355 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 16.2 mg | 90% | |
| Potassium | 929 mg | 20% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
