Description

Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with a refreshing twist on dessert: the St. Patrick’s Day Key Lime Bundt Cake. This delightful cake is bursting with zesty lime flavor, perfectly complemented by a creamy, tangy cream cheese glaze. With its moist texture and vibrant presentation, this Bundt cake is an ideal centerpiece for your holiday gatherings or a sweet treat to enjoy at home. Easy to prepare and made with simple ingredients, it promises to be a hit among family and friends alike.

Ingredients

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3 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
2 cups granulated sugar
4 large eggs
1 tablespoon lime zest
½ cup fresh lime juice
1 cup buttermilk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 cup powdered sugar
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a Bundt pan.
In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt; set aside.
In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
Stir in lime zest and vanilla extract.
In another bowl, combine buttermilk and lime juice.
Gradually add the dry mixture to the butter mixture, alternating with the buttermilk mix until just combined.
Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 50-60 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
Cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
For glaze: Beat cream cheese until smooth; gradually add powdered sugar, lime juice, and vanilla extract until creamy.
Drizzle glaze over the cooled cake before serving.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 60 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Irish

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 350
Sugar: 30g
Sodium: 220mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 11g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 43g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 95mg