Key Lime Pound Cake

1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease and flour a 10-inch bundt pan.
2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Beat in the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the buttermilk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
6. Stir in the key lime juice and zest until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
7. Pour the batter into the prepared bundt pan and spread it out evenly.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
9. Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 15 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

For the Key Lime Cream Cheese Icing:

1. In a large mixing bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese and unsalted butter until smooth.
2. Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing until creamy and well combined.
3. Stir in the key lime juice and zest until smooth and evenly incorporated.
4. Once the cake has cooled completely, drizzle the key lime cream cheese icing over the top of the cake.
5. Slice and serve your delicious key lime pound cake with key lime cream cheese icing!

Enjoy your homemade key lime pound cake with its delightful citrusy flavor and creamy icing. It's perfect for any occasion or as a special treat.