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A Lemon Cake To Die For

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A moist, zesty lemon cake with a tender crumb and bold citrus flavor. Perfect for celebrations, afternoon tea, or a refreshing treat anytime.

  • Author: Ella
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 10
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • ¾ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon zest
  • ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
  • ½ cup whole milk or buttermilk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 180 °C (350 °F). Grease and line an 8-inch round or square cake pan.
  2. Cream the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each and scraping the bowl.
  4. Stir in lemon zest and vanilla extract.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
  6. Alternately add dry ingredients and milk to the butter mixture, beginning and ending with dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
  7. Fold in fresh lemon juice.
  8. Pour batter into prepared pan and smooth the top.
  9. Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until lightly golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  10. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • Top with a lemon glaze after cooling for extra citrus kick.
  • Add poppy seeds for a classic lemon poppy seed version.
  • Swap half the flour with almond flour for nutty flavor.
  • Swirl lemon curd through the batter for intense lemon pockets.
  • Substitute half the butter with yogurt for a lighter version.

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