Sour Cream Lemon Pound Cake Recipe- Light, moist, and citrusy, drizzled with a refreshingly delicious lemon glaze. A no-fail sweet treat for summer and all year round!
Pound cake is a Southern classic with lots of variations. You can top it with fresh berries, whipped cream, or a scoop of ice cream. And, depending on the flavor, homemade chocolate syrup.
However, this lemon sour cream pound cake doesnt need anything. Trust me! Its sooo moist and melt-in-your-mouth that every time I make it, I always take a minute or two to moan in delight. Youll get some oohs and aahs for sure!
Why Use Sour Cream in Lemon Pound CakeThe sour cream and lemon complement each other in this insanely rich and moist sour cream lemon pound cake. The deliciously sweet tang in your mouth is the perfect cure for even the most challenging sweet tooth. Take it to your next party and soak in all the praise. Because everybody needs a cake to brighten up their day once in a while, right?
So why is sour cream important in baking? This question gets asked often, so let me explain. Sour cream contains fat and acidity, which have a significant impact not only on the cakes flavor but also on the texture. It delivers a moist and fluffy cake with a tender crumb.
