Description
A delightful treat that embodies the essence of fresh lemons, perfectly balancing sweet and tangy flavors.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (for glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a bundt pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time.
- Stir in the fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared bundt pan and bake for 50-60 minutes.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack.
- Mix the powdered sugar and lemon juice for the glaze and drizzle over the cooled cake.
Notes
Serve with whipped cream or ice cream and consider adding fresh berries for a colorful presentation. Store wrapped in plastic or in an airtight container.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 90mg