Starbucks Copycat Lemon Pound Cake Recipe (2024)

If you've ever tried Starbucks Lemon Pound Cake, then you'll be thrilled to know that you can now make this at home. This copycat recipe is so close to the real deal! And we've made it so easy with a lemon cake mix.

We love lemon desserts. And this Starbucks Copycat Lemon Pound Cake ranks right at the top.

It’s super moist and bursting with lemon flavor with every bite. Then top it off with a delicious lemon glaze and it’s absolutely Heavenly!

Lemon lovers rejoice – this Starbucks Copycat Lemon Pound Cake recipe is the perfect treat for any occasion. With simple ingredients and easy instructions, it’s a great recipe for anyone who wants to enjoy the delicious flavor of lemon pound cake without having to leave home.

This moist and delicious lemon cake is made with a combination of dry and wet ingredients that are blended together using a stand mixer. Once the batter is mixed, it’s poured into a prepared loaf pan lined with parchment paper and baked in a preheated oven until it’s fully cooked.

One of the best things about this recipe is the sweet lemon glaze that’s drizzled on top of the cake. Made with fresh lemon juice and powdered sugar, it adds a bright lemon flavor that perfectly complements the moist crumb of the pound cake. For those who prefer a thicker icing, you can also use cream cheese to create a little bit of a different, but equally delicious lemon icing.

To store this delicious lemon loaf, wrap it tightly in plastic wrap or place it in an airtight container. You can also cut it into individual slices and store it in the freezer for later. Whether you’re enjoying a slice with a cup of coffee in the morning or as an afternoon snack, this easy lemon cake is the perfect way to satisfy your lemon cravings any time of the day.

We like using fresh lemon juice for the best lemon flavor.It’s the perfect balance of sweet and tart.

This recipe makes two loaves, so you can eat one now and then eat one 10 minutes later after you finish the first loaf. 🙂 Or you can be a good neighbor and share with someone who could use a little sunshine in their lives!

Whatever you do with both loaves, you will be so glad you have this recipe. It’s pretty much amazing!

What does sour cream do in baking?

Sour cream is usually thought of as a potato topping. But it is great in so many recipes. Even in baking.

Because of the creamy texture with sour cream, it can be added to baked goods for a moist result.

And you can always substitute light sour cream for an even healthier option when a recipe calls for regular sour cream.

Sour cream can be easily add to cakes and cookies for an even moister outcome. One of our favorite sugar cookie recipeshas sour cream in the ingredients. They are the softest and yummiest cookies that have been in our family for years.

If you have a recipe that tends to be on the dry side, just add in a little sour cream for a moist result. Especially if you are at a higher elevation.

How to make Starbucks Copycat Lemon Pound Cake

You’ll need 2 9 x 5 inch loaf pans because this amazing recipes makes 2 loaves.

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

Grease and flour 2 loaf pans.

Combine the lemon cake mix, pudding mix, sour cream, vegetable oil, eggs, water, and lemon juice on medium speed.

Pour the batter into the prepared pans.

Bake for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.

Let the loaf cool in the pan for about 30 minutes.

Then remove from pan to cool completely.

For the glaze mix together the powdered sugar and lemon juice and drizzle over each loaf.

Slice and serve.

Helpful items used in making Starbucks Copycat Lemon Pound Cake

1. Hand Mixer– This hand mixer is our favorite. We love the pulse button.
2. Loaf Pans– This loaf pan is so nice and non stick.
3. Wood Cutting Board– We use wood cutting boards for slicing as well as serving.

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  Serves: 16

  Starbucks Copycat Lemon Pound Cake Recipe

  5 from 1 vote

  Starbucks famous Lemon Pound Cake can be made right at home with this easy and delicious recipe!

  Prep Time 15 minutes mins

  Cook Time 50 minutes mins

  Total Time 1 hour hr 5 minutes mins

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  Ingredients

  Cake

  • 15.25 ounces Lemon Cake Mix 1 box, (I used Duncan Hines brand)
  • 3.4 ounces Instant lemon pudding mix 1 box
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • ⅓ cup vegetable oil
  • 4 eggs
  • ½ cup water
  • 2 Tablespoons lemon juice

  Lemon Glaze

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 4 Tablespoons lemon juice (add more or less, depending on how thick or thin you like your glaze)

  Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

  • Grease and flour 2 9 x 5 inch loaf pans.

  • Combine all cake ingredients in a large bowl and beat on medium speed with an electric mixer for 1-2 minutes.

  • Pour half of the batter into each of the prepared pans.

  • Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick stuck in the center of the loaf comes out clean. Let cool in loaf pan for about 30 minutes, then remove from pan and let cool completely.

  • Mix together glaze ingredients and drizzle over the top of the cake.

  • Cut into pieces and serve.

  Notes

  • We like to use fresh lemon juice in this recipe. But bottled lemon juice works great too.

  Nutrition

  Calories: 251 kcal · Carbohydrates: 34 g · Protein: 3 g · Fat: 13 g · Saturated Fat: 7 g · Polyunsaturated Fat: 2 g · Monounsaturated Fat: 3 g · Trans Fat: 1 g · Cholesterol: 48 mg · Sodium: 281 mg · Potassium: 131 mg · Fiber: 1 g · Sugar: 18 g · Vitamin A: 150 IU · Vitamin C: 2 mg · Calcium: 63 mg · Iron: 1 mg

  Equipment

  • 9×5 loaf pans (2)

  • Large Bowl

  • Hand mixer

  • Small Mixing Bowl

  Recipe Details

  Course: Side Dish, Snack

  See Also

  Starbucks Lemon Loaf Recipe

  Cuisine: American

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  1. Ashley says:

     Where does the pudding fit in? It's listed as an ingredient but not mentioned in the recipe. So where does it fit in?

  2. Shirley says:

     It states to combine all cake ingredients in a large bowl. That would include the pudding.

  3. Amy says:

     I couldn't find instant pudding, only 'cook & serve'. Will that make a difference?

  4. Cyd says:

     Yes, it will make a big difference. This recipe needs instant pudding mix.

  5. Liv says:

     Very delicious and moist 😊

  6. Shelley says:

     Better than Starbucks Lemon Loaf. Super moist theirs can be on the dry side Plus this is very lemony which there’s never has enough of lemon

  7. Ashley says:

     I assume using full fat greek yogurt instead of sour cream would be fine?

  8. A. Sargon says:

     The recipe states Lemon Pudding Mix, but the picture shows Lemon Jello. Which is it?

  9. Momma Cyd says:

     Lemon Pudding Mix.

  10. J. Morgan says:

      Great moist cake!Should leftovers be refrigerated?

  11. Momma Cyd says:

      You will want to put it in the fridge if there are leftovers after a few hours since it has sour cream.

  12. Sue says:

      Can you use a Bundt pan instead of loeves

  13. Jo Pugh says:

      Can this cake be frozen?

      

  14. Momma Cyd says:

      Yes, this cake will freeze well in an airtight container or wrapped really well.

  15. Momma Cyd says:

      I'm sure that would work too! We don't have the exact cooking time for you so watch it closely!

  

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