If you love my Key Lime Pie, you are going to fall hard for this Key Lime Pound Cake.It has that same bright, fresh key lime flavor you crave, but wrapped up in a rich, buttery pound cake that is perfect with coffee or tea.I am a huge pound cake girl (have you tried my Cream Cheese Pound Cake yet?!), and this one feels extra special.

It is packed with fresh key lime juice and zest, then finished with a sweet-tart key lime glaze that drips down the sides.Simple, classic, and the kind of cake that disappears fast every time I make it.Want to save this recipe?Just enter your email and get it sent to your inbox! Plus you’ll get new recipes from us every week!Email *Save Recipe Ingredients & Substitutions Butter: Unsalted butter gives this pound cake its rich flavor and tender crumb.

If using salted butter, you may want to reduce the added salt slightly.Key Lime Juice & Zest: Fresh key lime juice and zest give this cake its signature bright, tangy flavor.Regular limes will work in a pinch, but key limes have a more distinct flavor.

Be sure to zest the limes before juicing them! Sour Cream: Sour cream adds moisture and richness to the cake.You can substitute buttermilk if preferred, but the texture may be slightly less rich.Vanilla Extract: A little vanilla helps balance the tart lime flavor and adds warmth to the cake.

Key Lime Glaze: Made with confectioners’ sugar, fresh key lime juice, zest, and a pinch of salt, the glaze adds even

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