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Lemon Cake to Die For

A moist and tangy lemon cake that is perfect for any occasion, bursting with fresh lemon flavor and topped with a luscious lemon glaze.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Cake Ingredients
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup buttermilk room temperature
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest freshly grated
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
Lemon Glaze Ingredients
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

Method
 

Prepare the Cake
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the buttermilk, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
  7. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Prepare the Glaze
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth.
  2. Once the cake has cooled, drizzle the lemon glaze over the top.
  3. Let the glaze set for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 3gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gSugar: 25g

Notes

For an extra burst of flavor, you can add more lemon zest to the glaze.

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