A zesty lemon cake is a delightful dessert bursting with fresh lemon flavor, perfect for brightening up any gathering.
Prepare to embark on a zesty adventure with our lemon cake recipe that promises to tantalize your taste buds with every bite. From the tangy twist of fresh lemons to the melt-in-your-mouth goodness, this guide spills all the secrets you need to create this sunny delight right in your kitchen!
Lemon Dream Cake
Meet your new obsession: the Lemon Dream Cake. Zesty, moist, and oh-so-delightful, this cake will make your tastebuds sing. Perfect for sunny days, gloomy days, and every day in between. Seriously, it’s ridiculously good.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Cuisine Type: Dessert
- Cooking Method: Baking
Ingredients
- 1 and 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Cooking Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease and flour an 8-inch round cake pan. Get those corners!
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with milk. Stir until just combined.
- Fold in the lemon juice and lemon zest. Embrace the zing!
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it out evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Suggestions
- Looking for a dairy-free version? Substitute the milk with almond or coconut milk and use vegan butter.
- For an extra burst of flavor, add a tablespoon of poppy seeds to the batter.
- Garnish with a dusting of powdered sugar, a generous dollop of whipped cream, or a drizzle of lemon glaze for added flair.
- Feeling fancy? Candied lemon slices make an elegant (and tasty) topping.
- Always taste the lemon juice before adding. If it’s too sour, adjust the sugar slightly.
