Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Raspberry Glazed Key Lime Cake, a perfect dessert that masterfully combines the tangy zest of key limes with a luscious raspberry glaze. This cake is not only a visual treat but also an explosion of flavors that will have your guests asking for seconds. Ideal for any occasion—be it family gatherings, brunches, or celebrations—this cake is easy to make, ensuring that even novice bakers can create a stunning dessert with minimal effort. The vibrant raspberry glaze adds a refreshing touch, making each slice a deliciously fruity experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- ½ cup softened butter
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 eggs
- 2–3 teaspoons key lime zest
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons key lime juice
- 1 ¾ cups flour
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon softened butter (for glaze)
- ½ cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
- 1 tablespoon heavy cream (for glaze)
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh raspberries (for glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a 9 x 5-inch loaf pan.
- In a stand mixer, cream together butter and sugar until fluffy. Beat in eggs, zest, vanilla extract, and lime juice.
- In another bowl, mix flour, salt, and baking soda. Gradually add to wet ingredients and stir in sour cream until smooth.
- Pour batter into the pan and bake for approximately 50 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool completely on a rack before glazing.
- To make the glaze, whisk together softened butter, powdered sugar, and heavy cream; then fold in raspberries and spread over cooled cake.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (80g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg