Description

This lemon cake is the perfect balance of tangy and sweet, with a tender, moist texture that melts in your mouth. The fresh lemon zest and juice create a burst of citrus flavor in every bite, making this cake a refreshing treat for any occasion.

Ingredients

1 ½ cups (190g) all-purpose flour

1 ½ tsp baking powder

½ tsp salt

½ cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened

1 cup (200g) granulated sugar

2 large eggs, room temperature

1 tsp pure vanilla extract

1 tbsp lemon zest (about 2 lemons)

2 tbsp fresh lemon juice

½ cup (120ml) buttermilk

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8-inch round cake pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. This should take about 3-5 minutes.
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
Mix in the lemon zest and lemon juice.
Alternately add the dry ingredients and buttermilk to the butter mixture, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and spread it evenly.
Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Poke holes in the warm cake using a skewer, then brush the lemon syrup all over the cake to soak it in.
Let the cake cool completely before glazing.
For the glaze, whisk together powdered sugar, lemon juice, and milk until smooth. Drizzle over the cooled cake and let the glaze set.

Notes

Store the lemon cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
For a gluten-free version, substitute the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend.
To reheat, place a slice of cake in the microwave for about 15-20 seconds or warm it up in the oven at 300°F (150°C) for about 10 minutes.
You can freeze the cake for up to 3 months. Wrap it tightly in plastic wrap or aluminum foil, then place it in a freezer-safe bag.
If you want a stronger lemon flavor, you can add more lemon zest.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 300
Sugar: 30g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 45g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 50mg