Lemon Cake: The Best Recipe for a Refreshingly Sweet Treat
This Lemon Cake is the perfect balance of sweet and tart, delivering a refreshing treat that’s perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup milk
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, cream together the sugar and butter until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs, lemon juice, and lemon zest to the mixture and beat well.
- In a separate bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with milk, and mix until just combined.
- Pour the batter into a greased cake pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow to cool before serving.
Notes
- For an extra lemony flavor, consider adding a lemon glaze on top.
- Make sure all ingredients are at room temperature for best results.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg