This Lemon Cake with Lemon Glaze is a moist and zesty cake perfect for citrus lovers. It's topped with a tangy glaze that accentuates its fresh lemon flavor.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour sifted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter room temperature
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice freshly squeezed
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest finely grated
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup powdered sugar for glaze
- 2-3 tablespoons lemon juice freshly squeezed, for glaze
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8-inch round cake pan.
- In a large bowl, beat together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Add the flour, baking powder, and salt, alternating with the milk. Mix in the lemon juice and lemon zest until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
- To make the glaze, whisk together the powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth.
- Once the cake is completely cooled, drizzle the lemon glaze over the top. Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 4gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 70mgFiber: 1gSugar: 35gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg