Description
Indulge in the bright and refreshing flavors of Raspberry Glazed Key Lime Cake, a delightful dessert that perfectly balances zesty key lime with a luscious raspberry glaze. This moist pound cake is not only easy to make but also visually stunning, making it an ideal treat for any occasion—from casual family gatherings to special celebrations. Each slice offers a sweet yet tangy experience, ensuring your guests will be impressed. Serve this cake alongside fresh berries or whipped cream for an extra touch. With its vibrant colors and irresistible flavors, this cake is sure to become a favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- ½ cup softened butter
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 eggs
- 2–3 teaspoons key lime zest
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 2 tablespoons key lime juice
- 1¾ cups flour
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon softened butter (for glaze)
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh raspberries
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and spray a 9 x 5-inch loaf pan with non-stick spray.
- In a stand mixer, cream together the softened butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in key lime zest, vanilla extract, and key lime juice.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, salt, and baking soda. Gradually add this mixture to the wet ingredients until just combined, then fold in sour cream.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for about 50 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool completely on a cooling rack before preparing the glaze by whisking together softened butter, powdered sugar, heavy cream, and chopped raspberries.
- Spread the raspberry glaze over the cooled cake.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 55mg