Description
A tender, buttery lemon cake bursting with fresh citrus flavor, perfect for any occasion from afternoon tea to celebratory gatherings.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease your chosen pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs, then mix in milk, lemon juice, zest, and vanilla.
- Gradually fold in the dry ingredients until just combined.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Use fresh lemons for the best flavor.
- Do not overmix the batter to maintain a tender crumb.
- For extra zest, double the lemon zest amount.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: lemon cake, moist lemon cake, citrus dessert, easy lemon cake, homemade lemon cake