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Delicious Lemon Cake Recipe

Delicious Lemon Cake Recipe: 7 Steps to Citrus Bliss


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  • Author: Nonna Betty Harpe
  • Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A perfect treat for citrus lovers.


Ingredients

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  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour, sifted
  • 2 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs, at room temperature
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 ½ cups powdered sugar (for glaze)
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (for glaze)
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted (for glaze)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and generously grease a 10-12 cup bundt pan with butter or non-stick spray. Dust with flour, tapping out the excess.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar with an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, approximately 3-4 minutes.
  4. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the lemon zest, fresh lemon juice, and vanilla extract until well combined.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture in three additions, alternating with the sour cream. Mix just until incorporated.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared bundt pan and tap the pan gently on the counter to remove any air bubbles. Bake for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  7. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes before inverting it onto a cooling rack. Allow the cake to cool completely.
  8. In a bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, fresh lemon juice, and melted butter until smooth.
  9. Once the cake is fully cooled, drizzle the glaze over the top and allow it to set before slicing.

Notes

  • Store leftovers in an airtight container.
  • Can be served with fresh berries for added flavor.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 30g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg