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Delicious Lemon Cake Recipe

Delicious Lemon Cake Recipe
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5 from 27 reviews

A moist and tangy lemon cake bursting with fresh lemon flavor, perfect for any occasion. Made with simple ingredients and easy to follow steps, this cake offers a delightful balance of sweetness and citrus zest.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp salt

Wet Ingredients

  • ½ cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon zest
  • ½ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two round cake pans to prevent sticking during baking.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt ensuring these are evenly combined.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugar: In another bowl, beat the unsalted butter and granulated sugar using a mixer until the mixture is light and fluffy, which incorporates air for a lighter texture.
  4. Add Eggs and Flavorings: Add the eggs one at a time to the butter mixture, beating well after each addition. Then mix in the fresh lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract to infuse the batter with citrus flavor.
  5. Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture into the wet mixture, mixing gently until just combined to avoid overworking the batter which can make the cake dense.
  6. Pour and Bake: Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans and bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  7. Cool and Serve: Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Cool completely before frosting or dusting with powdered sugar for serving.

Notes

  • For extra moisture, you can brush the cake layers with a simple syrup mixed with lemon juice before frosting.
  • If fresh lemons are unavailable, bottled lemon juice can be used but fresh is preferred for best flavor.
  • Ensure butter is at room temperature for optimal creaming with sugar.
  • Do not overmix the batter once the flour is added to maintain a tender crumb.
  • This cake pairs excellently with cream cheese frosting or a simple glaze.

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Keywords: lemon cake, citrus cake, easy lemon cake, homemade cake, fresh lemon dessert

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