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Lemon Cake

Lemon Cake Bliss: Moist & Zesty Perfection Awaits You

This Lemon Cake offers a soft, moist, and zesty experience with a delightful balance of tangy sweetness.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Consider using a gluten-free baking blend for gluten-free.
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable Oil or Melted Coconut Oil Avoid solid fats for softness.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 3 large Eggs
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice Yields about 1/4 cup total.
  • Zest of 2 Fresh Lemons
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream or Greek Yogurt Optional for extra moisture.
  • 1/2 cup Milk or Buttermilk Optional for a tender crumb.
For the Optional Glaze
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • 9-inch Round Cake Pan
  • sifter
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Soft and Moist Lemon Cake
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your pan by greasing it with oil or butter and dusting lightly with flour.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the oil and sugar until combined. Then add the eggs and vanilla extract, whisking until fluffy.
  3. Stir in the lemon zest and lemon juice, and add sour cream or yogurt if using. Mix gently until combined.
  4. In another bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture alternately with the milk or buttermilk, mixing until just combined.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. For the glaze, mix powdered sugar and lemon juice and drizzle over the cooled cake.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Use fresh lemon juice and zest for maximum flavor and ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for best results.

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