Description
This is a delicious homemade moist lemon cake drizzled with a secret lemon sauce that enhances its flavor.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup milk
- 3 large eggs
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the lemon juice and lemon zest.
- In another bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk.
- Pour the batter into a greased cake pan.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- While the cake is baking, prepare the secret lemon sauce.
- Once the cake is done, let it cool for 10 minutes, then drizzle the sauce over the cake before serving.
Notes
- Make sure to use fresh lemons for the best flavor.
- Allow the cake to cool completely for easier slicing.
- This cake can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Homemade Moist Lemon Cake, Lemon Cake Recipe, Secret Sauce