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Citrus Cream Cheese Pound Cake

Citrus Cream Cheese Pound Cake: 7 Comforting Steps to Delight


  • Author: georgina
  • Total Time: 90 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A moist and flavorful pound cake infused with citrus and cream cheese.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup sour cream

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease and flour a 10-inch bundt pan.
  3. In a mixing bowl, cream together butter, cream cheese, and sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  5. Stir in lemon and orange zest.
  6. In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt.
  7. Add the dry ingredients to the cream cheese mixture, alternating with sour cream.
  8. Pour the batter into the prepared bundt pan.
  9. Bake for 60-70 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  10. Let the cake cool in the pan for 15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

  • Store in an airtight container for up to a week.
  • Great with a citrus glaze on top.
  • Can be served with fresh fruit.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 70 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 25g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: Citrus Cream Cheese Pound Cake