A Lemon Cake to Die For: The Best Zesty Delight You’ll Love
A delicious lemon cake that brings a burst of tangy zest in every bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in sour cream and lemon juice.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and lemon zest.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Pour the batter into a greased cake pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let cool before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding a lemon glaze on top of the cake.
- Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for the best results.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: lemon cake, dessert, zesty cake