Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of this Lemon Cake to Die For, a moist and fluffy dessert perfect for any occasion. With its sun-kissed lemon zest and a luscious frosting, this cake will brighten up your gatherings and leave everyone asking for seconds. Whether celebrating a birthday or enjoying an afternoon tea, this cake is sure to be the star of the show!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
- Zest of 2 lemons
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup milk or buttermilk
- 2 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two 9-inch round cake pans and dust with flour.
- Whisk together flour and baking powder in a large bowl.
- In another bowl, cream butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about 3-4 minutes).
- Add eggs one at a time, then mix in lemon juice, zest, and vanilla extract.
- Gradually alternate adding dry ingredients with milk until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Pour batter evenly into prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg