Indulge in a tropical paradise with our tantalizing Coconut Pound Cake with Lime Glaze, a symphony of flavors that will transport you to a sun-kissed beach. This classic pound cake recipe is elevated with the addition of coconut, adding a moist and fluffy texture that pairs perfectly with the zesty lime glaze. As you bite into this delightful cake, the burst of coconut and lime flavors will dance on your palate, leaving you craving for more.
Accompanying this delectable cake are three additional recipes that offer unique twists on the traditional pound cake. For a nutty delight, try our Almond Pound Cake with Orange Glaze, where the subtle nutty flavor of almonds harmonizes with the vibrant orange glaze, creating a sophisticated and elegant dessert. If you prefer a chocolatey indulgence, our Chocolate Pound Cake with Ganache Frosting is a chocolate lover's dream come true. The rich chocolate cake is complemented by a velvety ganache frosting, resulting in an intense and decadent treat.
And for those who appreciate a classic with a twist, our Lemon Pound Cake with Blueberry Glaze is a delightful option. This timeless recipe combines the bright and tangy flavors of lemon and blueberries, creating a refreshing and flavorful cake that is perfect for any occasion. Each of these recipes offers a unique culinary experience, ensuring that there's something for every taste and preference.
LIME POUND CAKE W/ FRESH LIME GLAZE
Homemade glazed lime pound cake recipe that bakes up moist, dense and so soft thanks to buttermilk and lime yogurt! Perfectly sweet and tart with a bold lime glaze
Provided by Divas Can Cook
Categories cake Dessert pound cake
Time 1h35m
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325 F.
- Generously grease and flour a bundt pan. Set aside.
- In a medium bowl sift together flour, salt and baking powder. Set aside.
- In a large bowl cream together shortening, butter and sugar.
- Beat in eggs one at a time until batter is fluffy.
- In a small bowl, mix together buttermilk and lime yogurt.
- Alternate adding the buttermilk yogurt mix and the dry mixture into the wet batter.
- Mix in vanilla extract, lime juice, and lime zest until well combined.
- Spoon batter into prepared pan.
- Bake for 1 hour and 15-20 minutes. (I check the center edges with a wooden skewer to make sure it is completely done)
- Let cake cool before gently removing from the pan.
- When cake has cooled completely drizzle with glaze.
- To make the glaze, mix together powdered sugar and enough lime juice to create a thick, yet pourable consistency (think Elmer's glue) Stir in lime zest.
- Serve cake garnished with lime slices, a sprinkling of lime zest, and vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
HEAVENLY COCONUT POUND CAKE FROM SOUTHERN LIVING
Lovely, soft pound cake filled with tropical coconut flavor and topped with an invisible coconut glaze.
Provided by Simply deLIZious Baking
Categories Dessert
Time 1h45m
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Cream butter, shortening and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Add almond and coconut flavorings.
- Alternately add flour and milk, beating after each addition.
- Stir in coconut.
- Spoon Batter into well greased tube or bundt pan.
- Bake at 350° for 1¼ hours.
- Let cake cool for 10 minutes in pan and release.
- Spoon glaze on cake.
- Mix sugar, boiling water and coconut flavoring.
- Bring to a boil for 1 minute.
- Remove from heat.
- If you'd like to thicken, add corn starch. I added ¼ cup for some slight thickening.
- Spoon over cake.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 500 kcal, ServingSize 1 serving
COCONUT LIME POUND CAKE
Incredibly moist lime-flavored pound cake with a decadent but simple coconut lime glaze!
Provided by Tiffany
Categories Dessert
Time 1h15m
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350. Line a 9x4 inch loaf pan with wax paper or nonstick foil and spray with cooking spray.
- In a large bowl cream together sugar and butter until light and fluffy. Add greek yogurt (or sour cream), eggs, vanilla, lime zest, and lime juice and blend until smooth. In a medium bowl whisk together flour and baking soda.
- Add dry ingredients to wet ingredients and mix until smooth. Pour batter into prepared pan. Bake 60-80 minutes until an inserted toothpick comes out clean. Allow cake to cool completely on a wire rack.
- When cake has cooled completely, prepare the glaze. Use a hand mixer to mix together powdered sugar, lime juice, coconut extract, and heavy cream (or half and half or milk) until smooth and pourable.
- Pour glaze over the cooled cake, using a rubber spatula to spread the glaze evenly. Sprinkle with shredded coconut if desired. Allow to cool completely before slicing. Store in airtight container.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 372 kcal, Carbohydrate 79 g, Protein 6 g, Fat 3 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 67 mg, Sodium 80 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 61 g, ServingSize 1 serving
KEY LIME POUND CAKE WITH GLAZE
This is a variation of the recipe that was in the April 2011 Southern Living magazine. It is a very moist cake with a delicate Key lime taste--not too overpowering. The basic pound cake recipe is from my grandmother, who was well known for her pound cakes!
Provided by kp1971us
Categories Desserts Cakes Pound Cake Recipes
Time 2h5m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C). Grease and flour a 10-inch tube pan; line with parchment paper.
- Beat white sugar, butter, and shortening together with an electric mixer on medium speed until creamy.
- Sift cake flour, baking powder, and salt together. Add flour mixture, eggs, and cream alternately to the butter mixture, beginning and ending with the flour mixture. Beat on low speed just until blended. Stir in Key lime juice, lime zest, and vanilla extract. Pour into the prepared pan.
- Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 1 hour and 30 minutes. Cool in the pan on a wire rack for 15 minutes; remove cake from the pan to cool completely.
- While cake cools, combine powdered sugar, Key lime juice, and vanilla extract in a bowl. Immediately brush glaze over the top and sides of the cake.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 682.8 calories, Carbohydrate 89.9 g, Cholesterol 160.8 mg, Fat 34 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 6.7 g, SaturatedFat 17.2 g, Sodium 90.2 mg, Sugar 60.7 g
POUND CAKE WITH LEMON COCONUT GLAZE
Healthier take on pound cake; indulge with no regrets!
Provided by cookieworshipper
Categories Desserts Cakes Pound Cake Recipes
Time 1h30m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Butter and flour an 8x5-inch loaf pan.
- Sift 1 cup plus 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour, 1 cup plus 3 tablespoons whole wheat flour, cornstarch, and baking soda together into a bowl.
- Mix soy milk and vinegar together in a small bowl. Let stand until curdled.
- Beat coconut oil in a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment until creamy. Add sugar and beat on medium speed until light and fluffy. Reduce speed to medium-low and beat in eggs one at a time. Scrape down the sides and bottom of the bowl. Stir in soy milk and vanilla on low speed. Add the flour mixture 1/2 cup at a time, mixing on low speed until batter is smooth.
- Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan.
- Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, 60 to 70 minutes. Place pan on a wire rack on its side and cool for about 10 minutes.
- Combine 1 cup confectioners' sugar, 2 tablespoons milk, and lemon juice in a small bowl to make glaze. Add more sugar or milk to reach the desired consistency.
- Remove cake from the loaf pan. Drizzle glaze on top. Sprinkle coconut flakes evenly over the top.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 397.9 calories, Carbohydrate 63.4 g, Cholesterol 56 mg, Fat 14.6 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 11.3 g, Sodium 45.7 mg, Sugar 38.3 g
COCONUT POUND CAKE
My grandchildren love this recipe for a coconut-flavored pound cake.
Provided by Janie Carter
Categories Desserts Cakes Pound Cake Recipes
Time 1h25m
Yield 14
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 10 inch tube pan.
- In a large bowl, cream together 2 cups sugar and the butter. Fold in the eggs one at a time, fully incorporating each one before adding another.
- In separate bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, milk, flaked coconut, and 1 teaspoon coconut extract. Beat into the creamed mixture. Pour the batter into the prepared pan.
- Bake 1 hour in the preheated oven, or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack for just a few minutes, then place on cake platter.
- To make the glaze, mix together in a small saucepan 1 cup sugar, water, 1 teaspoon coconut extract, and walnuts. Boil for 1 minute, and pour over still warm cake.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 438.3 calories, Carbohydrate 61.4 g, Cholesterol 102 mg, Fat 20 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 5.4 g, SaturatedFat 11.1 g, Sodium 195 mg, Sugar 46.1 g
COCONUT POUND CAKE
This proven pound cake turns out perfectly moist every time. It doesn't need any frosting, just a dust of confectioners' sugar over the top. -Lazetta Bruce, Minatare, Nebraska
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h45m
Yield 12-16 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large bowl, cream the butter, shortening, cream cheese and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each. Beat in extracts. Combine the flour, baking soda and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture just until combined. Fold in coconut. Transfer to a greased and floured 10-in. tube pan., Bake at 325° for 1-1/2 hours or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack to cool completely. Dust with confectioners' sugar.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 481 calories, Fat 23g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 111mg cholesterol, Sodium 215mg sodium, Carbohydrate 62g carbohydrate (42g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 6g protein.
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor. Use fresh coconut milk and fresh limes. If you don't have fresh coconut milk, you can use canned coconut milk, but be sure to use full-fat coconut milk.
- Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. This will help to incorporate air into the mixture, which will make the cake light and airy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. This will help to prevent the cake from curdling.
- Be sure to mix the dry ingredients well before adding them to the wet ingredients. This will help to prevent lumps in the batter.
- Bake the cake at the correct temperature and for the correct amount of time. A toothpick inserted into the center of the cake should come out clean when the cake is done.
- Allow the cake to cool completely before glazing it. This will help to prevent the glaze from running off the cake.
Conclusion:
Coconut Pound Cake with Lime Glaze is a delicious and easy-to-make cake that is perfect for any occasion. The cake is moist and flavorful, and the lime glaze adds a refreshing and tangy flavor. This cake is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.
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