Best 10 Lemon Buttermilk Cake Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful symphony of flavors with our Lemon Buttermilk Cake, a culinary masterpiece that tantalizes taste buds and elevates any occasion. This moist and fluffy cake boasts a tender crumb, perfectly balanced with a burst of zesty lemon and a hint of tangy buttermilk. Each bite is a harmonious blend of sweet and sour, leaving a refreshing and unforgettable impression.

The recipe collection offers three variations of this delectable treat: a classic Lemon Buttermilk Cake, a gluten-free alternative for those with dietary restrictions, and a delightful Lemon Buttermilk Bundt Cake, perfect for special celebrations. Whether you prefer a traditional bundt pan or individual cake pans, these recipes cater to your baking preferences.

The classic Lemon Buttermilk Cake recipe yields a moist and tender cake with a golden-brown crust, adorned with a luscious lemon glaze that adds a touch of elegance. For those seeking a healthier option, the gluten-free version offers a同样美味的蛋糕, using almond flour and coconut flour to create a moist and flavorful cake that is just as satisfying.

And for those who love the classic bundt shape, the Lemon Buttermilk Bundt Cake is a showstopper. This cake emerges from the oven with a beautiful golden-brown crust and a moist, tender interior, infused with the vibrant flavors of lemon and buttermilk.

Each recipe provides detailed instructions, ensuring that bakers of all skill levels can create these delectable cakes with ease. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a culinary journey that will leave your taste buds dancing with joy.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

LEMON-BUTTERMILK POUND CAKE WITH AUNT EVELYN'S LEMON GLAZE



Lemon-Buttermilk Pound Cake with Aunt Evelyn's Lemon Glaze image

My mother's blue-ribbon pound cake recipe. It always gets rave reviews.

Provided by Sarah Copeland Sawicki

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Lemon Dessert Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 ½ cups white sugar
1 ½ cups butter, softened
4 eggs
3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon baking soda
1 cup buttermilk
1 teaspoon lemon extract
2 cups confectioners' sugar
¼ cup lemon juice
2 tablespoons butter, softened
1 tablespoon lemon zest

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a fluted tube pan (such as Bundt®).
  • Beat white sugar and 1 1/2 cups butter together in a bowl with an electric mixer until light and fluffy, about 10 minutes. Add eggs one at a time, thoroughly beating each egg into the butter mixture before adding the next.
  • Sift flour, salt, and baking soda together in a bowl. Add 1/3 of the flour mixture to the butter mixture; mix well. Pour in 1/2 the buttermilk and beat until combined. Repeat adding the remaining flour mixture and buttermilk, beating well after each addition, and ending with the flour mixture. Stir lemon extract into batter. Pour batter into prepared tube pan.
  • Reduce oven temperature to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
  • Bake in the oven until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean, 60 to 75 minutes. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before removing to a cake platter or plate.
  • Beat confectioner's sugar, lemon juice, 2 tablespoons butter, and lemon zest together in a bowl until glaze is smooth. Pour about half the glaze over the cake; let cool. Pour remaining glaze over the cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 630.1 calories, Carbohydrate 91.9 g, Cholesterol 128.9 mg, Fat 27.2 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 6.8 g, SaturatedFat 16.5 g, Sodium 372.2 mg, Sugar 63.5 g

LEMON-BUTTERMILK POUND CAKE



Lemon-Buttermilk Pound Cake image

Here's the recipe I reach for when I need something tried and true. The old-fashioned cake has a tangy lemon flavor and is a nice dessert for potlucks or most any occasion. -Marianna King, Gastonia, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h35m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 cup shortening
1/2 cup butter, softened
2-1/2 cups sugar
4 large eggs, room temperature
1 teaspoon lemon extract
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup buttermilk
LEMON SAUCE:
1 cup sugar
1/2 cup water
1/2 cup lemon juice
3 tablespoons grated lemon zest

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream the shortening, butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in extracts. Combine the flour, baking soda and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture alternately with buttermilk, beating well after each addition. , Pour into a greased and floured 10-in. tube pan. Bake on the lowest oven rack at 350° for 75-80 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes. , Run a knife around side and center tube of pan. Remove cake to a wire rack placed over a sheet of waxed paper., In a large saucepan, combine the sauce ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until reduced to 1-1/2 cups, about 10 minutes. , Poke holes in top of cake; spoon about 1/4 cup sauce into holes. Let stand for 10 minutes. Poke holes into sides of cake; brush remaining sauce over cake. Cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 458 calories, Fat 19g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 69mg cholesterol, Sodium 204mg sodium, Carbohydrate 66g carbohydrate (44g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

LEMON BUTTERMILK RHUBARB BUNDT CAKE



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Make and share this Lemon Buttermilk Rhubarb Bundt Cake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h30m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, plus
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon fine sea salt
1 cup unsalted butter
1 3/4 cups sugar
1 lemon, zest of
3 eggs
1/2 teaspoon lemon oil
3/4 cup buttermilk
1 lb rhubarb, trimmed and very thinly sliced (3 cups or 12 oz. prepped)
2 cups sifted powdered sugar, more if needed
1 lemon, juice of
1 tablespoon soft unsalted butter

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°.
  • Butter a 10-cup Bundt pan.
  • Sift the 2 1/2 cups flour, the baking powder, and salt together in a bowl.
  • Using an electric mixer with beaters or paddle attachment, cream the butter, sugar, and lemon zest together on med-high speed for 3-5 minutes, until light and fluffy.
  • Add the eggs one at a time, scraping down the sides of the bowl after each addition, then stir in the lemon oil.
  • Stir in the flour mixture in 3 additions alternating with the buttermilk in 2 additions, beginning and ending with the flour mixture; the batter will be very thick.
  • Toss the rhubarb with the 2 T flour and fold half of the rhubarb into the batter.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared pan and sprinkle the remaining rhubarb on top.
  • Bake for 30 minutes, then rotate pan and cook for an additional 30 minutes, or until the top of the cake is firm and the center springs back when lightly touched.
  • Cool the cake in its pan on a wire rack for 30 minutes before inverting and removing the pan.
  • Glaze-whisk the powdered sugar, lemon juice, and butter together.
  • The mixture should be thick; if not, whisk in another tablespoon or two of powdered sugar.
  • Spread glaze over the cake as soon as you remove the cake from the pan.
  • Store-covered with a cake cover or plastic wrap, the cake will keep at room temperature for 3-4 days.

SUPER MOIST BUTTERMILK LEMON POUND CAKE WITH GLAZE



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I've tried so many other Buttermilk lemon pound cake recipes they all turn out dry as a bone so I made quite a few modifications about 10 years ago and now this recipe has been used in my family, and its highly requested by friends, and co-wokers.. Real butter, pudding and egg white are crucial to the moisture, do not...

Provided by Tiffany Cole

Categories     Cakes

Time 1h30m

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 c all purpose flour
2 1/2 c sugar
3 lemons (zest & juice
3 eggs
1 egg white
1/2 tsp salt
1 tsp baking soda
1 box instant lemon pudding mix (prepared
1 c buttermilk
1 1/2 stick butter
LEMON GLAZE
2 lemons (zest & juice
2 c confectioners' sugar
1/4 stick butter

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Use Pam baking spray a fluted tube pan (such as Bundt(R)
  • 2. Beat white sugar and 1 1/2 cups butter together in a bowl with an electric mixer until light and fluffy, about 10 minutes. Add eggs one at a time, thoroughly beating each egg & egg white into the butter mixture before adding the next.
  • 3. Sift flour, salt, and baking soda together in a bowl. Add 1/3 of the flour mixture to the butter mixture; mix well. Pour in 1/2 the buttermilk and beat until combined. Repeat adding the remaining flour mixture and buttermilk, beating well after each addition, and ending with the flour mixture. Stir lemon juice, pudding & zest into batter. Pour batter into prepared tube pan.
  • 4. Bake in the oven until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean, 60 to 75 minutes. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before removing to a cake platter or plate.
  • 5. GLAZE' Beat confectioner's sugar, lemon juice, butter, and lemon zest together in a bowl until glaze is smooth. Pour about half the glaze over the cake; let cool. Pour remaining glaze over the cake.

BUTTERMILK CAKE WITH LEMON-AND THYME-GLAZED PEAR COMPOTE AND GREEK YOGURT ICE CREAM



Buttermilk Cake with Lemon-and Thyme-Glazed Pear Compote and Greek Yogurt Ice Cream image

Provided by Mathew Rice

Categories     Dessert     Bake     Yogurt     Lemon     Pear     Summer     Thyme     Buttermilk     Bon Appétit     Kidney Friendly     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 21

Pear compote:
3/4 cup sugar
1/2 cup water
2 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 1/2 teaspoons finely grated lemon peel, divided
1 1/2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves, divided
1 pound firm but ripe Bosc pears, peeled, halved, cored, cut into 1/2-inch cubes (about 2 1/2 cups)
Cake:
1 cup plus 2 tablespoons all purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, room temperature
1 large egg
1 large egg yolk
1/4 cup buttermilk
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 tablespoons crème fraîche or sour cream
Greek Yogurt Ice Cream
Special Equipment
8-inch-diameter cake pan with 2-inch-high sides

Steps:

  • For pear compote:
  • Combine 3/4 cup sugar, 1/2 cup water, lemon juice, 3/4 teaspoon lemon peel, and 3/4 teaspoon thyme in medium saucepan. Stir over medium heat until sugar dissolves and mixture boils. Remove saucepan from heat; cover. Let steep 10 minutes. Pour syrup through fine strainer set over bowl. Return syrup to saucepan. Add 3/4 teaspoon lemon peel and 3/4 teaspoon thyme and bring to simmer. Add pear cubes and simmer over medium heat until pears are tender but still hold shape, about 10 minutes. Using slotted spoon, transfer pear to rimmed baking sheet. Boil syrup in saucepan until reduced to 1/3 cup, about 5 minutes. Transfer reduced syrup to blender. Add 1/3 cup pear pieces; puree until smooth. Transfer pear puree to medium bowl. Add remaining pear pieces to puree. DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and chill.
  • For cake:
  • Preheat oven to 325°F. Butter 8-inch-diameter cake pan with 2-inch-high sides. Line bottom of pan with parchment paper; butter parchment. Whisk 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons flour, 11/2 teaspoons baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon salt in medium bowl to blend. Using electric mixer, beat 3/4 cup sugar and 1/4 cup butter in large bowl until well blended. Add egg and egg yolk and beat until blended. Add flour mixture in 2 additions alternately with buttermilk in 1 addition. Beat in 1/2 teaspoon vanilla, then fold in 2 tablespoons crème fra&ircirc;che. Transfer batter to prepared cake pan; smooth top.
  • Bake cake until golden around edges and tester inserted into center comes out with some moist crumbs attached, about 45 minutes. Remove from oven and cool cake in pan on rack 15 minutes. Maintain oven temperature.
  • Invert cake onto tart pan bottom or flat platter. Peel off parchment paper. Butter same cake pan and line bottom with clean parchment paper. Spread pear compote evenly over parchment paper in pan. Carefully return cake to pan, placing bottom side down atop compote. Return to oven and bake until cake is golden and tester inserted into center comes out clean, about 15 minutes. Cool cake in pan 5 minutes. Invert cake onto platter; remove pan. Cool cake at least 20 minutes.
  • Cut cake into wedges. Serve warm with Greek Yogurt Ice Cream alongside.

GLAZED LEMON BUTTERMILK POUND CAKE



Glazed Lemon Buttermilk Pound Cake image

I got this one from a neighbor. Moist, tender and a flavorful poundcake. So good with ice cream. Please use real butter because it makes a great difference in the flavor.

Provided by YungB

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h45m

Yield 1 bundt pan, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup butter, softened
2 cups granulated sugar
2 tablespoons grated lemon zest
4 large eggs, at room temperature
3/4 cup buttermilk
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
1 tablespoon milk
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 325°F Butter and flour a 10-inch Bundt pan.
  • Sift the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt into a large bowl.
  • Beat the butter, sugar and lemon zest in a large bowl with an electric mixer at medium speed until creamy.
  • Add the eggs, one at a time, until just blended after each addition.
  • With mixer at low speed, gradually beat in the dry ingredients, alternating with the buttermilk and lemon juice.
  • Spoon the batter into the prepared pan. Bake for 75-85 minutes, or just until golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Run a knife around the edges of the pan to loosen the cake.
  • Cool the cake in the pan for 15 minutes. Turn out onto a rack to cool completely.
  • GLAZE; Beat the confectioners' sugar, milk, and lemon juice in a medium bowl until smooth.
  • Drizzle over the cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 703.9, Fat 26.3, SaturatedFat 15.6, Cholesterol 167.9, Sodium 471.5, Carbohydrate 110.1, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 73.6, Protein 9.1

LEMON BUTTERMILK SHEET CAKE



Lemon Buttermilk Sheet Cake image

I found this recipe at Frankly Entertaining.com. It looked so good I had to try it...I thought the topping was quite unusual...It leaves a crunch, along with burst of lemon from the zest. This is one delicious cake... It will be going to work with me tomorrow, as I am the only lemon fan in the house... too darn dangerous to be...

Provided by Cassie *

Categories     Cakes

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 1/2 c cake flour
1 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
3/4 c buttermilk, room temperature
3 Tbsp grated zest and ¼ cup juice from 3 lemons
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 3/4 c granulated sugar
1 1/2 stick unsalted butter, softened
3 large eggs plus 1 egg yolk, room temperature
GLAZE
3 c confectioners' sugar
3 Tbsp lemon juice
2 Tbsp buttermilk

Steps:

  • 1. Adjust oven rack to middle position and heat oven to 325 degrees. Grease and flour 13 x 9 inch baking pan.
  • 2. Combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in medium bowl. Combine buttermilk, lemon juice, and vanilla in liquid measuring cup.
  • 3. With electric mixer on medium speed, beat granulated sugar and lemon zest until moist and fragrant, about 1 minute. Transfer ¼ cup sugar mixture to small bowl, cover, and reserve.
  • 4. Add butter to remaining sugar mixture and beat until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes. Beat in eggs and yolk, one at a time, until incorporated. Reduce speed to low. Add flour mixture in 3 additions, alternating with 2 additions of buttermilk mixture, and mix until smooth, about 30 seconds. Scrape batter into prepared pan and smooth top.
  • 5. Bake until cake is golden brown and toothpick inserted into center comes out clean, 25 to 35 minutes. Transfer cake to wire rack and let cool 10 minutes.
  • 6. For the glaze: Meanwhile, whisk confectioners' sugar, lemon juice, and buttermilk until smooth. Gently spread glaze over warm cake and sprinkle evenly with reserved sugar mixture. Cool completely, at least 2 hours. I poked small holes in my cake with a fork. You don't have to...I just wanted some of the glaze to penetrate...

LEMON-BUTTERMILK PUDDING CAKE



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Make and share this Lemon-Buttermilk Pudding Cake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h20m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup sugar
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
4 large eggs, separated
1 1/2 cups full-fat buttermilk
2 teaspoons lemon zest
1/2 cup fresh squeezed lemon juice

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°. Butter a 2 quart souffle dish or six 6 oz ramekins or eight 4 oz ramekins.
  • Choose a baking pan or baking dish for a water bath large enough to accommodate the souffle dish or the ramekins with out touching, and deep enough to hold water that will reach ¾ of the way up the sides of the molds when added.
  • Pour enough water into the pan to reach about halfway up the sides of the pan, and place in the oven while it is heating.
  • In a bowl, whisk together the sugar, flour, and salt.
  • In another bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, buttermilk, lemon zest and juice until blended.
  • Make a well in the flour mixture and pour in the egg yolk mixture; whisk the mixture together until smooth.
  • Place egg whites in a bowl; using a mixer fitted with the whisk attachment, beat the whites until they hold soft peaks.
  • Scoop 1/3 of the whites onto the yolk mixture and stir in to lighten the mixture.
  • Gently fold in the remaining whites, being careful not to deflate the batter.
  • Transfer batter to prepared dish or dishes.
  • Pull out oven rack holding the water bath and place the mold(s) in the bath.
  • Pour in more water if necessary to reach ¾ of the way up the sides of the mold(s).
  • Bake about 30-40 minutes for the souffle dish or 25-35 minutes for the ramekins.
  • Remove from the oven and serve hot, or let cool on a wire rack and serve warm or at room temperature.

BUTTERMILK LEMON POUND CAKE



Buttermilk Lemon Pound Cake image

This is one delicious pound cake!! The buttermilk makes the cake nice and moist and the lemon gives a nice fresh flavor. My sister always asks me to make it when I visit. Great with fresh fruit or just with tea or coffee. Enjoy!

Provided by Mary Silva

Categories     Cakes

Time 1h15m

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 c sugar
1 c butter, softened
4 large eggs
1/2 tsp vanilla
3 c all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
3/4 c buttermilk
2 Tbsp freshley grated lemon zest
1 Tbsp lemon juice, fresh
glaze ingredients
1 1/4 c powdered sugar
2 tsp lemon juice, fresh
1-2 Tbsp milk

Steps:

  • 1. Heat oven to 325 degrees. Grease and flour a Bundt pan or 10" tube pan, set aside.
  • 2. Combine sugar and butter in a large bowl at medium speed, scraping bowl often, until creamy. Continue mixing adding 1 egg at a time, then add vanilla until well mixed.
  • 3. Reduced speed to low and gradually add flour, baking soda and salt alternately with buttermilk until well mixed. Add lemon zest and 1 tablespoon of lemon juice.
  • 4. Spread batter into pan and bake 55 to 65 minutes until toothpick in center comes out clean. Cool 10 minutes then remove from pan.
  • 5. Glaze: Mix together powdered sugar, lemon juice and milk and drizzle over completely cooled cake.

BUTTERMILK LEMON PUDDING CAKE WITH SAUCE



BUTTERMILK LEMON PUDDING CAKE WITH SAUCE image

Categories     Fruit     Dessert

Number Of Ingredients 15

Sauce
1 16 oz. package frozen unsweetened blackberries
1/4 cup sugar
1 tbsp orange liqueur
1 tsp. fresh lemon juice
Cake
2/3 cup sugar
1/4 cup flour
7 tbsp. fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup melted butter
1 tbsp. grated lemon peel
3 large egg yolks
1 1/2 cups buttermilk
3 large egg whites
1/4 cup sugar

Steps:

  • Sauce Puree berries with sugar, orange liqueur and lemon juice. Strain sauce through fine sieve to remove seeds. (can be made a day ahead. Cover and refrigerate. Cake Preheat oven to 350. Butter 6-8 qt. glass loaf pan. Blend 2/3 cup sugar and flour in large bowl. Mix in lemon juice, butter, lemon peel and egg yolks. Stir in buttermilk. Beat egg whites until soft peaks form. Gradually add 1/4 cup sugar beating until stiff peaks form. Fold whites into buttermilk mixture. Pour batter into prepared loaf pan. Place dish in large baking pan with enough hot water to come halfway up side of pan. Bake until top of cake is light goldern about 1 hour 10 minutes. Remove from water bath. Let cool at least 15 minutes. Dust cake with powdered sugar. Spoon cake into deep bowls. Drizzle with sauce and garnish with berries.

Tips:

  • Use room temperature ingredients: This will help the cake batter come together more smoothly and evenly.
  • Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy: This will incorporate air into the batter, making the cake light and tender.
  • Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition: This will help prevent the batter from curdling.
  • Sift the flour before measuring it: This will help ensure that the cake is light and airy.
  • Do not overmix the batter: Overmixing can make the cake tough.
  • Bake the cake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean: This will ensure that the cake is cooked through.
  • Let the cake cool completely before frosting it: This will help prevent the frosting from melting.

Conclusion:

This lemon buttermilk cake is a delicious and refreshing treat that is perfect for any occasion. The cake is moist and tender, with a bright lemon flavor. The buttermilk adds a slight tanginess that complements the sweetness of the cake. The glaze is the perfect finishing touch, adding a glossy sheen and a burst of lemon flavor.

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