Description
Indulge in the delightful Paul Hollywood Lemon Bliss Cake, a perfect blend of sweet and tangy flavors that will brighten any occasion. With its soft, cloud-like texture and vibrant lemon essence, this cake is sure to impress your family and friends. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or treating yourself, this easy-to-make dessert brings joy with every slice. Let’s get baking!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 3 large eggs
- Zest of 2 lemons
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
- 2 tbsp milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8-inch round cake pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 3-4 minutes).
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract.
- Gradually fold in the dry mixture until just combined; do not overmix.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- For the glaze, whisk powdered sugar with lemon juice until smooth; drizzle over cooled cake.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For added flavor variations, substitute lemon zest with orange or lime zest or incorporate poppy seeds for a delightful crunch. Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for optimal mixing and texture.