Description
Lemon Butter Cake is an irresistible dessert that brings sunshine to any gathering. This moist and fluffy cake features a perfect balance of rich butter and zesty lemon flavors, ensuring every bite is a delightful experience. Whether celebrating a special occasion or enjoying a cozy afternoon treat, this cake will impress your family and friends with its beautiful golden hue and mouthwatering aroma.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- Zest of 1 lemon
- ¼ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract until combined.
- Gradually mix in dry ingredients until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Pour batter into prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg