Description
Indulge in the refreshing delight of luscious lemon cake, a perfect blend of zesty citrus flavor and moist, tender crumb. This heavenly dessert is ideal for any occasion, from birthday celebrations to cozy afternoons with friends. Each slice offers a burst of sunshine, thanks to the bright notes of fresh lemon juice and zest. With its easy-to-follow recipe, even novice bakers can impress their loved ones with this crowd-pleaser. Top it off with a light lemon glaze or creamy frosting for an extra touch of sweetness, and enjoy the delightful contrast with fresh berries or a dollop of whipped cream. Get ready to savor every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 3 large eggs
- ½ cup fresh lemon juice
- Zest of 2 lemons
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two round baking pans.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Cream softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time; mix in lemon juice and zest.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients into wet mixture until smooth.
- Divide batter between prepared pans; bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
- Cool before frosting as desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 60mg