Starbuck’s Lemon Pound Cake

Starbuck’s Lemon Pound Cake

16 servings
This delicious copycat recipe gets help from cake mix and pudding. Boxed lemon cake mix, lemon pudding, sour cream, vegetable oil, eggs, water and lemon juice are mixed together in a bowl. Then the batter is split between two loaf pans. Next the cakes are baked and cooled, then drizzled with a homemade lemon glaze.

Ingredients

  • 15.25 oz box lemon cake mix
  • 3.4 box instant lemon pudding mix
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • ⅓ cup vegetable oil
  • 4 eggs
  • ½ cup water
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 3 to 4 tbsp lemon juice

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 350 F. Grease and flour two 9x5 inch loaf pans.

  2. 2

    Combine ingredients in a large bowl and beat on medium speed for 1-2 minutes. Pour half of the batter into prepared pans.

  3. 3

    Bake for 45 to 50 minutes or until toothpick inserted in the center of the loaf comes out clean.

  4. 4

    Let cool in loaf pans for 30 minutes, then remove from pan and cool completely.

  5. 5

    Mix together in small bowl desired consistency. Drizzle over cooled loaves.

Starbuck’s Lemon Pound Cake

Starbuck’s Lemon Pound Cake

65 min16 servings

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About this Recipe

Craving that iconic, moist slice of Starbucks lemon pound cake but don't want to leave your kitchen? This delightful copycat recipe lets you recreate that bakery favorite with surprising ease, bringing bright, zesty flavor right to your home.

Why This Recipe Works

The genius of this recipe lies in its smart use of convenience ingredients: lemon cake mix and instant lemon pudding. Together, they create an incredibly moist and tender crumb that's often elusive in homemade pound cakes. The addition of sour cream further enhances this richness, ensuring every bite is wonderfully lush and flavorful.

What to Expect

Get ready for a truly indulgent treat. This Starbuck’s Lemon Pound Cake delivers a vibrant burst of lemon flavor, both from the cake itself and the generous, zesty homemade lemon glaze drizzled generously over the top. The texture is dense yet tender, melting in your mouth, a perfect balance to the bright, tangy notes. It's a comforting yet sophisticated dessert, perfect for brightening any day.

Customization & Variations

While this recipe shines as is, you can easily adapt it. For an extra citrus punch, consider adding a teaspoon of lemon zest to the batter. If you don't have fresh lemons for the glaze, bottled lemon juice can work, though fresh provides a brighter, more aromatic finish.

Serving & Context

This luscious lemon pound cake is ideal for a leisurely brunch, an afternoon tea, or simply as a sweet finish to any meal. Slice it thick, grab a cup of coffee or tea, and savor the moment.

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