Key Lime Cake
Experience the tantalizing flavors of the tropics with our mouthwatering key lime cake recipe. This refreshing dessert combines the tangy zest of key limes with the sweetness of a moist, flavorful cake.
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 350kcal
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- 9-inch Round Baking Pan
- Whisk
- Wire Rack
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups All-Purpose Flour
- 1.5 teaspoons Baking Powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
Wet Ingredients
- 0.5 cup Unsalted Butter, softened
- 1 cup Granulated Sugar
- 2 large Eggs
- 0.5 cup Key Lime Juice (approximately 20-25 key limes)
- 1 tablespoon Key Lime Zest
- 0.5 cup Full-Fat Sour Cream
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round baking pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Stir in the key lime juice and zest, followed by the sour cream, mixing until well combined.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Video
https://youtube.com/watch?v=PXWP_gDdUNo%3Ffeature%3Doembed
Notes
Try topping with key lime cream cheese frosting or fresh fruit for added flavor.
Nutrition
Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 50mg | Sodium: 200mg | Potassium: 100mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 30g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 1mg