Luscious Glazed Key Lime Cake
Key limes are smaller and more acidic than regular limes, giving this cake a unique and tangy flavor.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 110 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 11.
Luscious Glazed Key Lime Cake
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
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In a large bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the key lime zest and juice.
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Gradually mix in the dry ingredients alternately with the buttermilk. Pour the batter into the prepared pan.
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Bake for 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then remove from the pan and let it cool completely on a wire rack.
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In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and key lime juice until smooth. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cake.
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Let the glaze set for 1 hour before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 450kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 20g31%
- Total Carbohydrate 65g22%
- Sugars 45g
- Protein 5g10%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
