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Simple Lemon Cake Secrets

9 Bright & Irresistible Simple Lemon Cake Secrets (Moist, Zesty & Perfect Every Time!)


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  • Author: Gianna Poulef
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 10 slices 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A soft and moist lemon loaf cake topped with a bright citrus glaze.


Ingredients

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1 1/2 cups all purpose flour

1 1/2 tsp baking powder

1/4 tsp salt

1 cup sugar

1/2 cup milk

1/2 cup melted butter

2 eggs

1 tbsp lemon zest

2 tbsp lemon juice

1 tsp vanilla extract

1 cup powdered sugar

2 tbsp lemon juice for glaze


Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F

2. Mix flour baking powder and salt

3. In another bowl whisk sugar eggs milk butter lemon zest lemon juice and vanilla

4. Combine wet and dry ingredients

5. Pour batter into loaf pan

6. Bake 40 to 45 minutes

7. Mix glaze ingredients and drizzle over cooled cake

Notes

Use fresh lemons for best flavor

Do not overmix batter

Allow cake to cool before glazing

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 240
  • Sugar: 20g
  • Sodium: 120mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 34g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 55mg