Lemon pound cake loaf with glazed slices, lemon wedges and two canned milks in background

Lemon Pound Cake

Official LA LECHERA®
Lemon Pound Cake
Recipe Info - Skill Level
Level
Easy
Recipe Info - Prep Time
Prep 
15 min
Recipe Info - Cook Time
Cook 
45 min
Recipe Info - Serving Size
Servings
10

Bright, buttery, and bursting with citrus, this Lemon Pound Cake made with LA LECHERA® Sweetened Condensed Milk is a fresh, flavorful twist on a classic. The combination of creamy La Lechera, rich butter, and fragrant lemon zest creates a tender, moist crumb that feels indulgent yet refreshing. A touch of CARNATION® Evaporated Milk adds extra richness, enhancing the cake’s smooth, melt in your mouth texture.

Once baked to golden perfection, the loaf is finished with a simple lemon glaze that adds the perfect sweet tart finish. Topped with fresh lemon slices, it’s as beautiful as it is delicious. Perfect for brunch, afternoon coffee, or a light dessert, this easy recipe brings bright citrus flavor to any occasion. With simple ingredients and the trusted creaminess of La Lechera, this Lemon Pound Cake is a go to treat for lemon lovers and home bakers alike.

Ingredients

Key Ingredients

A white can of sweetened condensed milk with blue labels beside the La Lechera logo and a plate of flan.

Sweetened Condensed Milk

(14 OZ (397 g) Can)
A can of Evaporated Milk with an image of evaporated milk pouring onto a white spatula.

NESTLÉ® CARNATION® Evaporated Canned Milk

(NET 12 fl oz (354 mL))

Make It

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350 °F.

Step 2

Cream the butter until smooth. Add the NESTLÉ® LA LECHERA® Sweetened Condensed Milk, eggs, flour, baking powder, lemon zest, and NESTLÉ® CARNATION® Evaporated Milk, and mix until well combined.

Step 3

Pour the batter into a greased and floured loaf pan. Bake at 350 °F for 40 to 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cool completely.

Step 4

For the glaze, mix the powdered sugar, water, and lemon juice. Drizzle the glaze over the loaf, let it set, and decorate with lemon slices. Serve and enjoy!

Tips:

For the glaze, you can use only lemon juice. You can substitute the lemon with orange.

Ingredients

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