Lemon-Cheese Pound Cake

Prep: 20 min Cook: 90 min Serves: 12 Cuisine: American

Lemon-Cheese Pound Cake is a rich, moist dessert combining tangy lemon flavor with creamy cheese, perfect for special occasions or afternoon tea. Its tender crumb and zesty aroma make it a delightful treat for those who enjoy classic, flavorful baked goods with a hint of citrus.

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Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup vegetable shortening
  • 1/2 cup oleo
  • 8 oz cream cheese
  • 3 cups sugar
  • 4 teaspoons lemon flavoring
  • 6 eggs
  • 2 cups plain flour
  • 1 cup self-rising flour

Instructions

  1. Cream together the shortening, oleo, and cream cheese.
  2. Add sugar and beat until fluffy.
  3. Add eggs one at a time and beat well after each addition.
  4. Add lemon flavoring.
  5. Fold in the plain flour, reserving 1/4 cup.
  6. Mix the reserved 1/4 cup flour with grated cheese.
  7. Add the flour-cheese mixture to the cake batter and fold in.
  8. Pour the batter into a greased and floured tube pan.
  9. Place the pan in a cold oven.
  10. Bake at 275°F (135°C) for 1 1/2 hours.
  11. Do not open the oven door while baking.
  12. Remove the cake and cool for 10 minutes before removing from the pan.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

617 kcal 31% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 12.3g 25% DV
Total Fat 42.4g 54% DV
Carbs 47.4g 17% DV
Fiber 1.8g 6% DV
Sugar 1.1g 2% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 345.3mg 15% DV
Potassium 270.5mg 6% DV
Cholesterol 125.8mg 42% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 175.5mcg 20% DV
Vitamin C 9.2mg 10% DV
Vitamin D 0.3mcg 1% DV
Calcium 262mg 20% DV
Iron 2.1mg 12% DV
Contains Milk Egg Wheat/Gluten

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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