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Lemon Cake to Die For

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A light and fluffy homemade lemon cake that brightens any occasion with its refreshing citrus flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ cup buttermilk
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
  • Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8-inch round cake pan.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a separate large bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
  4. Add the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is well incorporated before adding the next. Stir in the vanilla extract, buttermilk, lemon zest, and lemon juice until combined.
  5. Gradually fold the dry ingredient mixture into the wet ingredients until just combined.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
  7. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. Dust with powdered sugar before serving if desired.

Notes

For a richer flavor, substitute half of the granulated sugar for brown sugar. This cake can be made ahead of time and stored in an airtight container.

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