Description
A delightful Lemon Custard Cake bursting with vibrant lemon flavors, perfect for family gatherings and celebrations.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- Pinch of salt
- Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
- Cream together the granulated sugar and softened butter in a mixing bowl until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the milk, lemon juice, and lemon zest.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Dust with powdered sugar before serving if desired.
Notes
Use fresh lemons for the best flavor. Store covered in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 50mg