Air Fryer Lemon Pound Cake
A buttery, moist lemon pound cake made effortlessly in the air fryer! This easy Air Fryer Cake Recipe is perfect for a quick dessert or snack without the hassle of a big oven.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Optional Glaze:
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1-2 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
Preheat & Prep:
- Preheat air fryer to 320°F.
- Grease a small loaf pan (or line it with parchment).
Make the Batter:
- Beat butter and sugar until fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well.
- Stir in lemon juice, zest, sour cream, and vanilla.
Mix Dry Ingredients:
- In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gently mix into the wet ingredients—don’t overmix!
Air Fry the Cake:
- Pour batter into loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake at 320°F for 30-35 minutes.
- Check doneness with a toothpick—if it comes out clean, it's done!
Cool & Glaze (Optional):
- Let the cake cool for 10 minutes, then remove from pan.
- Mix powdered sugar + lemon juice and drizzle over cake.
Notes
- Check early! Air fryers vary—peek at 30 minutes.
- Room temp ingredients = better texture!
- No sour cream? Use Greek yogurt instead.