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Lemon Yogurt Pound Cake

Deliciously moist and tender pound cake with the zesty taste of fresh lemon - serve this for dessert or afternoon tea time!
Servings 1 loaf
Author Karen @ The Tasty Bite

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tsps baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 cup yogurt
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 tbsps fresh lemon juice
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 2 tsp grated lemon zest

For the glaze:

  • 1 cup confectioners' sugar
  • 2 tbsps milk

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350F. Grease and flour a 8 by 5 inch loaf pan.
  • In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together yogurt, vegetable oil, lemon juice, eggs, sugar, and lemon zest. Slowly whisk in dry ingredients and mix until well combined.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a cake tester inserted in the center comes out clean.
  • To make the glaze, whisk together confectioners' sugar and lemon juice. Pour over the cake and let set before serving.