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A Lemon Cake To Die For

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A delightful lemon cake that captivates the senses with a perfect blend of sweet and tangy flavors, wrapped in a light, buttery sponge, topped with a luscious lemon glaze.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 1 tbsp lemon zest (about 2 lemons)
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • ½ cup buttermilk
  • ¼ cup fresh lemon juice (for soaking)
  • 3 tbsp powdered sugar (for soaking)
  • 1 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
  • 1 ½ tbsp fresh lemon juice (for glaze)
  • 1 tbsp milk (any kind)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9×5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar until pale and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
  4. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then incorporate the vanilla extract, lemon zest, and lemon juice until smooth.
  5. Gradually add the flour mixture in three parts, alternating with the buttermilk, mixing just until combined.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared pan, smooth the top, and bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. While the cake is baking, whisk together ¼ cup lemon juice and 3 tbsp powdered sugar to create the soaking syrup.
  8. Once baked, allow the cake to sit in the pan for 10 minutes. Poke holes in the top of the cake and brush it with the lemon soaking syrup. Let it cool completely in the pan.
  9. For the glaze, mix 1 cup powdered sugar, 1 ½ tbsp lemon juice, and 1 tbsp milk until smooth. Drizzle over the cooled cake and let it set.

Notes

Ensure eggs are at room temperature for better emulsification. The buttermilk can be substituted with regular milk, mixed with a tablespoon of vinegar or lemon juice.

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