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Lemon Cake to Die For

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This Lemon Cake features a perfect balance of sweetness and tanginess, making it an ideal dessert for any occasion. Each bite offers a delightful blend of soft, fluffy texture and zesty aroma.

  • Author: daniel-kim
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 8 slices 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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  • 1 ยฝ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ยฝ teaspoons baking powder
  • ยฝ teaspoon baking soda
  • ยฝ teaspoon salt
  • ยฝ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ยฝ cup buttermilk
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • ยผ cup fresh lemon juice
  • Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350ยฐF (175ยฐC). Grease and flour an 8-inch round cake pan.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract, buttermilk, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
  7. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  8. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Notes

Measure your flour accurately for best results. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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