Lemon Cake – Recipe for Lemon Cake

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Lemon Cake – Recipe for Lemon Cake

Lemon Cake is a delightful dessert with a tangy, refreshing flavor. Easy to prepare, it takes approximately 70 minutes to make and bake. Here’s a detailed recipe for six servings.

Ingredients for Lemon Cake:

Lemon Cake


For the Cake:

  • 1 cup butter (room temperature)
  • 4 eggs
  • 1 cup fine sugar
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • Lemon zest (as needed)

For the Lemon Glaze:

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

How to Prepare Lemon Cake:

Prepare the Dry Ingredients:

  1. In a bowl, combine flour, salt, baking powder, and lemon zest. Mix well with an electric mixer until evenly combined.

Prepare the Wet Ingredients:

  1. In a separate bowl, beat the butter with an electric mixer until smooth.
  2. Add the sugar and continue mixing at medium speed for about 3 minutes until the mixture becomes pale and fluffy.
  3. Mix in the vanilla extract, then add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.

Combine Ingredients:

  1. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture in batches, alternating with the lemon juice. Mix gently to combine until you achieve a smooth batter.

Prepare the Cake Pan:

  1. Grease a removable-base cake pan with butter or oil and dust with a little flour to prevent sticking.
  2. Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pan.

Bake the Cake:

  1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
  2. Bake the cake for 50-60 minutes, checking occasionally. The cake is ready when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  3. Remove from the oven and let the cake cool before glazing.

Prepare the Lemon Glaze:

  1. In a small bowl, whisk the powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth and thick.

Assemble and Serve:

  1. Pour the lemon glaze over the cooled cake, spreading it evenly across the surface.
  2. Slice and serve to your family or guests to enjoy its deliciously tangy flavor.

This Lemon Cake pairs wonderfully with tea or coffee and is sure to delight with its bright and zesty taste. Bon appétit! 

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