Description
A delightful and simple one-bowl lemon cake that is moist, fluffy, and bursting with fresh lemon flavor.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Optional glaze: 1/4 cup powdered sugar and 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
- Combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl.
- Add the softened butter, eggs, milk, lemon juice, and lemon zest to the dry ingredients.
- Mix until just combined and smooth.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- For the optional glaze, whisk together the powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth, then drizzle over the cooled cake.
Notes
Use fresh lemons for the best flavor. Adjust baking time according to your oven settings for optimal texture.