Description
A delightful and zesty dessert that brings a taste of Italy straight to your kitchen, filled with bright flavors of fresh lemon.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- Zest of 2 lemons
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9-inch round cake pan by greasing and flouring it.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Alternately add the dry mixture and milk into the wet ingredients, starting and ending with flour. Stir in lemon juice and zest until well combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan, smooth the top, and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
Ensure butter is at room temperature for easier creaming. Use fresh lemons for best flavor. Consider adding vanilla extract for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg