A Lemon Cake To Die For: Indulgent Flavor in Every Slice
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A moist and zesty lemon cake that brings indulgent flavor in every slice, perfect for any occasion.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 12 slices
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 3 large eggs
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Stir in the lemon juice and zest.
- Combine flour, baking powder, and salt in another bowl.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with buttermilk.
- Pour the batter equally into the prepared pans.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow to cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use fresh lemon juice.
- Make sure the butter is at room temperature for better mixing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg