LEMON CAKE recipe

Here’s a delightful and classic lemon cake recipe. This cake is moist, tender, and bursting with fresh lemon flavor. It’s perfect for any occasion and pairs beautifully with a simple lemon glaze.

Classic Lemon Cake

Ingredients:

For the Cake:

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs, at room temperature
• 1/2 cup whole milk, at room temperature
• 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
• Zest of 2 lemons
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

For the Lemon Glaze:

• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 2-3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven:
   • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8-inch or 9-inch round cake pan, or line it with parchment paper.
2. Prepare the Dry Ingredients:
   • In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
3. Cream the Butter and Sugar:
   • In a large bowl, using an electric mixer, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
4. Add Eggs and Flavorings:
   • Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Add the lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract, and mix until combined.
5. Alternate Adding Dry Ingredients and Milk:
   • With the mixer on low speed, add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture in three parts, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix just until combined after each addition, being careful not to overmix.
6. Bake the Cake:
   • Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
   • Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then turn it out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
7. Prepare the Lemon Glaze:
   • In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and 2 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice until smooth. If the glaze is too thick, add more lemon juice, a little at a time, until you reach the desired consistency.
8. Glaze the Cake:
   • Once the cake is completely cool, drizzle the lemon glaze over the top, allowing it to drip down the sides. Let the glaze set for about 15 minutes before serving.
9. Serve:
   • Slice and enjoy your delicious lemon cake! This cake can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the refrigerator for up to a week.

This classic lemon cake is light, flavorful, and perfect for lemon lovers. Enjoy!