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Delicious Lemon Cake

Delicious Lemon Cake That Will Brighten Your Day

This Delicious Lemon Cake is a delightful balance of light, fluffy goodness and tangy flavor, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Consider using gluten-free flour for a gluten-free version.
  • 1.5 cups Granulated Sugar You can substitute it with coconut sugar for a healthier option.
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder Make sure it's fresh for the best results.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt It’s essential for a well-rounded taste.
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter You can replace it with vegetable oil or a dairy-free version for a vegan alternative.
  • 3 large Eggs Flaxseed meal can be used as a vegan substitute (1 tbsp flaxseed meal + 2.5 tbsp water per egg).
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Zest Feel free to swap it with lime or orange zest for different citrus notes.
  • 1/3 cup Fresh Lemon Juice Fresh is always best for taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract You can omit it or substitute with almond extract.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mixing bowls
  • electric mixer
  • Cake Pans
  • whisk
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two round cake pans.
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the unsalted butter and granulated sugar. Beat until fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
  4. Add each egg one at a time, mixing on low speed. Mix in lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually fold the dry mixture into the wet ingredients until just combined.
  6. Divide the batter between the prepared cake pans and bake for 25-30 minutes.
  7. Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for about 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Avoid overmixing the batter for a light texture and use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.

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