Description
Lemon cake is a delightful dessert that brings a burst of sunshine to any occasion. With its moist texture and zesty flavor, this cake is perfect for family gatherings, picnics, or a sweet treat any day of the week. Imagine slicing into a fluffy lemon cake that fills your kitchen with a refreshing citrus aroma, making every bite an unforgettable experience. This easy-to-follow recipe ensures you can whip up this cheerful dessert effortlessly.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 3 large eggs (room temperature)
- ¼ cup milk (whole)
- ⅓ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Zest of 2 lemons
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and grease two round cake pans.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Fold in lemon zest.
- In another bowl, combine milk and lemon juice. Gradually add this mixture to the creamed butter while mixing until smooth.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients gently until just mixed.
- Divide batter between prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
- Cool in pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely before frosting.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (75g)
- Calories: 232
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: For added texture, consider mixing in poppy seeds or using brown sugar instead of white sugar for deeper flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days or refrigerate for longer storage.