Meyer Lemon Pound Cake
A sensational soft and moist Meyer lemon pound cake!
Yup, I just called a cake sensational. I may be losing my mind but if this is what losing one’s mind is, I am all for it. Because this Meyer lemon pound cake is SENSATIONAL!! It’s one of the best pound cakes I’ve had in a long time and the fact that it is lemon… sweet and citrusy Meyer lemons to be exact… make it even extra special.
But guess what? This cake is as easy as mixing three ingredients together. Yup, I used a pound cake mix to make this cake. None other than Krusteaz!
Krusteaz is a family-owned company that has been making well-loved baking mixes for decades. The hubs introduced me to their pancake and waffle mixes back when we were dating and just moved in together. He swore by them and that’s the only brand I could get at the grocery store (something about always having it at his grandmother’s back when he was a little person).
When Krusteaz asked me a few months ago to join their “Baker’s Dozen” group, I was honored they wanted me to join their elite group of bakers but I was also skeptical. Did they check out my blog? I am usually do baking from scratch as I teach myself basic baking techniques. But since I was already familiar with their products, I was open to giving a few others a try and only jump on board if I loved them. And I did!! This Meyer lemon pound cake was the first one I tried and have been singing its praises since.
It’s a super soft, really moist, and crumbly pound cake. It’s very light in flavor and the Meyer lemon is outstanding on its own. I did not tinker much with their recipe as I wanted to try the cake in its true form. I served this Meyer lemon pound cake with fresh berries and a dollop of coconut whipped cream.
I am very excited to be a part of the Krusteaz Baker’s Dozen blogger ambassador group along with some fabulous blogger friends. Over the next few months, I’ll be experimenting with their amazing products and reinventing them with new and creative twists to create recipes I know you will all love!!
Meyer Lemon Pound Cake
Ingredients
- 1 box Krusteaz Meyer Lemon Pound Cake Mix
- 1 large egg
- 10 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and cooled
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¾ cup water
- Toppings: fresh whipped cream, berries
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Grease a medium loaf pan (8.5" x 4.5") with baking spray and set aside.
- In a medium bowl, whisk the cake mix, melted butter, vanilla extract, and water. Whisk until just combined and no lumps are in the batter. Do not over-mix.
- Spoon batter into prepared pan.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Remove cake from oven and let cool in pan for 5 minutes. Loosen the cake around the pan and release it from the pan. Let cool on a cooling rack. I love enjoying warm and fresh.
- Serve slices of pound cake with freshly whipped cream and berries.
Meyer lemon anything is an absolutely favourite of mine! And gosh, the crumb of this looks absolutely delicious. I must make this!!
Have a wonderful week Zainab! xxx
Thanks Consuelo!! Hope you have a great week too 🙂
You make meyer lemon look mighty fine girlfriend. So beautiful!
Thank you!!
Yum! I’ll take 2 slices with extra berries please 🙂
Extra berries for sure 🙂
On this pound cake is better than homemade. So difficult to find in grocery store. I add fresh blueberries and make little cakes. So pretty.
Two of my favorites in one — this look fabulous!
Thanks Naomi!
This looks beyond sensational! If that makes me crazy along with you, I’m totally fine with it! I seriously want to stuff my face with slice after slice of this pound cake! LOVE how light and airy it looks, plus the meyer lemon flavor?! Gimme dat! Lots and LOTS of dat!!
Yay!! So glad you can join the crazy with me 🙂
I seriously could eat anything lemon for DAYS, and this cake is looking like my next breakfast, lunch and dinner! SO pretty!
It can definitely be perfect for all three meals lol!
Z, I love the Krusteaz Meyer Lemon Pound Cake Mix!!!! love the fresh whipped cream with berries and love that rubber spatula! where did you get it?
I think I got that from a baking friend..Julie of my sweet and healthy life. I love it!! It makes me happy.
I had no idea Krusteaz had a meyer lemon pound cake mix! I love meyer lemons, and this looks like one amazing dessert!
Oh yes!! I was so surprised myself lol!
Well, you know how I feel about meyer lemons. And cake for that matter. Ha! This is gorgeous and I am definitely getting myself some of this Krusteaz mix!
Hahha I do!! Hope you try it 😉
Lemon pound cake is an absolute favourite of mine! Love this with the cream and berries! 😀
Thanks Jess!
This pound cake looks amazing! I love Krusteaz products so I’m definitely loving this cake. Sounds perfect for breakfast or dessert!
Thanks Gayle!! Their mixes are so easy to build upon too 🙂
Zainab, I love Krusteaz products. When I am rushed for time and can’t make something from scratch they are my go to brand! Their raspberry bars are killer! I have never tried their Meyer Lemon Poundcake but it looks and sounds delicious!
They are so reliable especially for when you are in a pinch.
Girl, you know I love me anything lemon. So glad to join the Bakers Dozen team with you. Wahoo!
Yes!! I am super excited! Will you be going to IFBC?
I am loooving this cake! I love how simple it is to make because we all need to use the occasional cake mix, right? I’ve seen the brand around, but never used them myself. I need to check them out!
Pretty much the easiest cake!!
Sensational doesn’t do this justice, it looks beyond amazing and wishing I had it on a big ol’ plate in front of me now!
Hahha thank you Matt!
Pound cake with berries and whipped cream is totally a summer staple at my house. I love that added twist of Meyer lemon and coconut here. The cake itself looks so moist and buttery! It really does sound sensational.
Thanks Allie! You know I always have to add a bit of a twist 🙂
Pound cake with berries and whipped cream is totally a summer staple at my house. I love that added twist of Meyer lemon and coconut here. The cake itself looks so moist and buttery! It really does sound sensational.
That pound cake looks so soft and perfect with fresh berries!
Thanks Lisa!
I LOVE lemon cakes. I don’t know why, but lemon in cake form is one of the most delicious desserts I can think of, and this is coming from a chocolate girl. And gotta love Krusteaz!
lemon in cake form is just delicious I agree!!
I can never get enough citrus pound cakes! And I LOVE meyer lemons! So naturally, this cake sounds wonderful to me!
Thanks Jen!!
Um, pass me the entire cake, please! This looks like the ultimate summer treat, especially with those berries 🙂
Hhaha yes!!
Mmm I love a good pound cake! I used to make one all the time around the holidays! This one is so pretty!
Thanks Ashley!
I love taking baking shortcuts sometimes, and Krusteaz has the best mixes! What an awesome partnership! This pound cake looks so summery and delicious.
Thanks Cate! I am very excited to work with them and bringing new recipes to the blog!
This cake SCREAMS, “Make Twice”! I have a weakness for lemon cakes and this my friend-hit the spot! YUMMERS!
It really does scream make twice!!
Love this pound cake Z! It looks absolutely amazing! So soft and full of lemon and totally the key to my heart! The whipped cream and fresh berries are the perfect touch! 🙂
Thanks Kelly!! I am after your heart 🙂
Pound cake sounds wonderful this time of year! Also, congrats on your “special” bun in the oven! I read about he news from Allie. She made the most beautiful virtual baby shower for you!!! I had to come over and congratulate you! 🙂 Motherhood is beautiful!!! Xoxo, Ester
Thanks Ester! you are so kind 🙂
I’ve been seeing your name everywhere today, Zainab! Great baby shower. Congrats to you!
Mixes can be awesome. I’m a big fan of Krusteaz. They’re fun to play around with, too. This looks fantastic.
Hi Mir! Thanks for stopping by 🙂
It’s been very fun, today, to see all my favorite bloggers congregated for one very important event! How exciting, Zainab! Congratulations and much happiness to you and your new little family! And this cake – wonderful!!
Hi Annie!! Thank you very much 🙂
Just wanted to pop by and say congrats on your upcoming arrival…I love seeing some of the wonderful treats made for you by your blogging friends. : ) All the best! And this pound cake looks divine. I just made a lemon cake today – goes so well with all the berries around right now. ; )
Thanks Monica!! We are super excited!
This cake is absolutely perfect! Lemon cake is my favourite, and this looks divine! Love the berries on top too 🙂
So yum and congrats again on your shower and your soon-to-be bundle of joy! 🙂
Thanks dear!!
Well this certainly sounds sensational! I love that it’s lemon flavored, so perfectly refreshing for these hot days we’ve been having! Beautiful cake! 🙂
Yum, I would love a slice… or two or three 🙂
Cake mix sounds like a really good idea esp for folks like me who are not so good on their baking.
You are good Bintu but cake mix makes life so much easier when in a pinch.
I have been looking all over for krusteaz Meyer lemon pound cake mix, but can’t find it anywhere. Do you have any idea where I ca buy it? Thank you.
Krusteaz lemon pound cake is wonderful and so easy to make … and it tastes like it’s made from scratch!! Sometimes I’ll prepare two boxes per instructions and bake in a single bundt pan. It comes out perfectly! If you’re “in” with the folks at Krusteaz, please ask them to bring back their regular pound cake mix! They’ve discontinued it. It was just as incredible as the lemon pound cake! Happy baking … and eating!
Connie what a great idea doing both in a bundt pan. I will have to try that. And also, I will mention it to their PR rep that they need to bring back the regular pound cake 🙂
Have you ever tried it with applesauce instead of the butter? Just trying a little healthier!
Hi Erin, I haven’t but do let me know how it turns out!
IiI just made my first Meyer Lemon cake, I was very disappointed it it, as it is only a little over an inch high. What did I do wrong? Followed the box directions to a T except the box did not say to add Vanilla , which I did not.
Was your pan the right size? Was your mix beyond the use by date? Either could cause a flat cake.
I tried this lemon cake fir the first time… It was awesome. I kid you not and I am one who is a perfectionist when it comes to baked goods. Don’t like store bought stuff at all.. Try it, I believe you too will love it.
So glad to hear!! It’s really a great cake!