Moist Lemon Cake Recipe
This moist lemon cake is bursting with fresh citrus flavor and topped with a tangy lemon glaze. Perfect for any occasion!
Servings: 8 slices
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 2 tbsp lemon zest
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch cake pan.
- In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Mix in the lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool before removing from the pan.
- For an extra citrusy touch, drizzle with lemon glaze before serving.