Keto Lemon Pound Cake Recipe

Desserts
Gluten Free
Snacks
Vegetarian
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Keto Lemon Pound Cake
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Description

Imagine a lemon pound cake, its texture a delightful paradox – moist, soft, and satisfyingly dense. This cake achieves a harmonious balance of flavors and textures, making it a truly special treat. The preparation is straightforward: Begin by blending softened butter and cream cheese with a sweetener until the mixture transforms into a light, airy cloud.

Incorporate eggs, one by one, ensuring each is fully integrated into the batter. This step is crucial for achieving the cake's signature moistness and rich flavor. As the cake bakes, the aroma of lemon fills your kitchen, a promise of the delectable dessert to come.

The exterior gradually turns a beautiful golden brown, signaling the cake's readiness. This gluten-free cake requires patience during baking, as it tends to brown quickly on the outside. To ensure even cooking, monitor the cake closely, and if necessary, tent it with foil to prevent excessive browning.

The finished cake boasts a tender crumb and a delicate lemon flavor that is both refreshing and comforting. Once cooled, the cake is crowned with a luscious lemon glaze, its tartness perfectly complementing the cake's sweetness. The glaze cascades down the sides, creating an enticing visual appeal.

Allowing the baked cake to cool completely before removing it from the pan is essential. Gluten-free cakes are particularly delicate when warm, and this resting period allows the cake to firm up, preventing it from breaking or crumbling. The result is a beautiful dessert that's as pleasing to the eye as it is to the palate.

The cake's moist, tender crumb and bright lemon flavor make it a perfect treat for any occasion. The interplay of the cake's sweetness and the glaze's tartness creates a perfectly balanced dessert experience. This cake is delightful on its own, but it also pairs beautifully with a warm beverage.

Consider serving a slice with a cup of coffee or tea to enhance the experience.

Preparation Time

Prep Time
20 min
Cook Time
1 h 20 min
Total Time
1 h 40 min

Nutrition Information

Per 1 slice serving
C
Calories
370 Kcal

C
Carbs
7 g
Fi
Fiber
1 g
Sugar
2 g

P
Protein
6 g

C
Fats
37 g
Saturated Fats 18 g
Unsaturated Fats 16 g

Cholestrol 150 mg
Sodium 150 mg
Potassium 30 mg
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Ingredients

    1.
    Butter
    Butter
    0.75 cup
    2.
    Cream cheese
    Cream cheese
    4 oz
    3.
    Powdered Erythritol (Icing Sugar)
    Powdered Erythritol (Icing Sugar)
    1.25 cup
    4.
    Raw egg
    Raw egg
    7 large
    5.
    Almond flour
    Almond flour
    2.5 cup
    6.
    Baking powder
    Baking powder
    2 tsp
    7.
    Coarse Kosher Salt
    Coarse Kosher Salt
    0.25 tsp
    8.
    Lemon extract
    Lemon extract
    2 tsp
    9.
    Baking Aids Xanthan Gum
    Baking Aids Xanthan Gum
    1 tsp
    10.
    Powdered Erythritol (Icing Sugar)
    Powdered Erythritol (Icing Sugar)
    1.25 cup
    11.
    Whipping cream, extra heavy/gourmet, not whipped
    Whipping cream, extra heavy/gourmet, not whipped
    1 tbsp
    12.
    Lemon juice
    Lemon juice
    2 tbsp

Instructions

    1.
    Preheat an oven to 350 F. Spray a standard loaf pan (8 x 4 x 2 ) with nonstick cooking spray, then line it with parchment paper. Adjust the parchment paper, so the paper hangs out over the sides of the pan. The paper will allow you to grab the parchment paper and lift out the loaf once it has baked and cooled. In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment or a large mixing bowl, combine room temperature butter, cream cheese, and sweetener (1 cup) until light and fluffy (about 3-5 minutes). Scrape the bowl down a couple of times during this process to make sure it is all getting aerated. You can use a hand mixer if you do not have a stand mixer.
    2.
    Add in room temperature eggs one at a time, then blend to incorporate each one before adding another egg. Continue mixing until all eggs have been incorporated. The mixture should be pretty thin.
    3.
    Add in the almond flour, baking powder, salt, lemon extract, and xanthan gum. Mix until thoroughly combined. You cannot overmix this as it is a gluten-free mixture. Use a rubber spatula to scrape to the bottom of the bowl to make sure all the ingredients are thoroughly mixed and nothing is sticking to the bottom.
    4.
    Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Shape the top of the loaf into a rounded shape. Keto cake tends not to rise much, so it is best to shape the loaf into the shape you want after the final bake. Place the loaf pan in the oven and bake for at least 1 hour before checking it. Give the loaf pan a gentle shake. If the center still moves, allow the loaf to cook for another 10-15 minutes. The loaf will be very brown at this point, but that is ok; it is not burnt. Test the loaf with a toothpick to ensure the center is fully cooked. The toothpick should come out clean. Allow the loaf to cool almost completely. Then run a knife around the edges to loosen the cake.
    5.
    Remove the loaf from the oven and allow it to cool completely to room temperature. Flip the cake upside down. In the meantime, combine the ingredients for the glaze. Combine cup of powdered sweetener, 1 tablespoon heavy cream, and 2 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice. Pour the glaze over the top of the cooled cake and use a spatula to push some of the glaze around the top, allowing some to drip down the sides.