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Grilled Sunny Lemon Pound Cake with Raspberries Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This Grilled Sunny Lemon Pound Cake with Raspberries is a delightful twist on classic lemon pound cake, featuring bright citrus flavors and a perfectly moist texture. After baking, the cake slices are lightly grilled to achieve a beautiful golden crust with subtle smoky notes. Topped with fresh, lightly sweetened raspberries and a dusting of powdered sugar, this dessert is fresh, vibrant, and perfect for spring or summer gatherings.

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp lemon zest
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

For Grilling

  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter (for brushing the cake)

Topping

  • 1 cup fresh raspberries
  • 1-2 tbsp powdered sugar (for dusting and sweetening raspberries)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper to ensure the cake doesn’t stick.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set this mixture aside for later use.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar together using an electric mixer until the mixture is light, fluffy, and pale in color, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Add the Eggs: Add the eggs one at a time to the creamed butter and sugar mixture, beating well after each addition to ensure they are fully incorporated and the batter remains smooth.
  5. Add Lemon and Vanilla: Stir in the sour cream, fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract until well combined, imparting a bright and aromatic flavor to the batter.
  6. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing gently just until combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the cake tender.
  7. Bake the Pound Cake: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Bake for 55-65 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Remove from oven and let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. Prepare for Grilling: Once the pound cake has completely cooled, slice it into 1-inch thick pieces to prepare for grilling.
  9. Preheat the Grill: Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium heat to get it ready for grilling the cake slices.
  10. Brush with Butter: Lightly brush both sides of each cake slice with melted unsalted butter to enhance browning and add richness.
  11. Grill the Cake Slices: Place the buttered cake slices on the hot grill and cook for 1-2 minutes per side, or until grill marks form and the cake turns lightly golden brown. Be careful to prevent burning.
  12. Prepare Raspberries: In a small bowl, gently toss the fresh raspberries with 1 tablespoon of powdered sugar to lightly sweeten them.
  13. Assemble the Dessert: Arrange the grilled lemon pound cake slices on serving plates, top generously with the sweetened fresh raspberries, and finish with a light dusting of powdered sugar. Serve immediately to enjoy the contrast of warm cake and fresh berries.

Notes

  • Ensure the pound cake is fully cooled before slicing and grilling to prevent it from breaking apart.
  • Use fresh lemon juice and zest for the best bright, citrus flavor.
  • Brushing the cake slices with butter before grilling helps create a crisp, flavorful exterior.
  • Grill times may vary slightly depending on your grill or pan; watch carefully to avoid burning.
  • This dessert is best served immediately after grilling to maintain the contrast of textures and flavors.
  • If you don’t have a grill pan or outdoor grill, you can use a cast iron skillet over medium heat to achieve similar results.

Find it online: https://slsrecipes.com/grilled-sunny-lemon-pound-cake-with-raspberries-recipe/