🍰 Fluffy and Moist Easy Lemon Cake – A Simple, Refreshing Dessert for Every Occasion
Looking for a quick and delicious dessert that everyone will love? This Easy Lemon Cake is the perfect choice! Bursting with fresh lemon flavor, this moist and fluffy cake is super simple to make, using basic ingredients you likely already have in your kitchen. Whether you're preparing it for a family gathering, a potluck, or just to enjoy with a cup of tea, this cake is sure to be a crowd-pleaser!
🍋 Ingredients:
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 teaspoons lemon zest (about 1 lemon)
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup buttermilk (or milk)
- Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
📝 Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour an 8-inch round or square cake pan.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about 3-4 minutes).
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the vanilla extract, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the buttermilk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and spread it evenly.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, dust with powdered sugar for an extra touch of sweetness. Slice, serve, and enjoy!
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