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Delicious Lemon Cake Recipe

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This Delicious Lemon Cake is a moist and flavorful dessert bursting with fresh lemon zest and juice. Perfectly balanced with a tender crumb and subtle sweetness, this cake is simple to prepare and ideal for any occasion when you crave a bright, citrus-flavored treat.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp salt

Wet Ingredients

  • ½ cup unsalted butter, room temperature
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon zest
  • ½ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven and prepare pans: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two round cake pans to prevent sticking.
  2. Mix dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt to ensure even distribution of leavening agents.
  3. Cream butter and sugar: In a separate large bowl, beat the unsalted butter and granulated sugar until the mixture is light, fluffy, and pale in color for a tender cake texture.
  4. Add eggs and flavorings: Incorporate eggs one at a time into the butter mixture, then add fresh lemon zest, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and vanilla extract. Mix thoroughly to combine all flavors.
  5. Combine wet and dry ingredients: Gradually add the dry flour mixture to the wet ingredients, folding gently until just combined to avoid overmixing and toughening the cake.
  6. Bake the cake: Evenly pour the batter into the prepared cake pans and bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Cool the cake: Remove the cakes from the oven and allow them to cool completely before frosting, serving, or dusting with powdered sugar.

Notes

  • Ensure butter is at room temperature for optimal creaming with sugar.
  • Use fresh lemon juice and zest for the best citrus flavor.
  • Do not overmix the batter once the dry ingredients are added to keep the cake tender.
  • Check doneness early at 25 minutes to prevent overbaking, as ovens vary.
  • Allow cakes to cool completely to avoid melting frosting.

Keywords: Lemon Cake, Citrus Cake, Homemade Cake, Easy Cake Recipe, Moist Cake, Summer Dessert

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