Description
A delightful lemon dessert that captures the zest and sweetness for any occasion.
Ingredients
1 cup fresh lemon juice
Zest of 3 lemons
2 cups sugar
1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
4 large eggs
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
A pinch of salt
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour cake pans.
Whisk sugar and lemon zest until fragrant.
Add melted butter and vanilla extract; mix until creamy.
Incorporate the eggs one at a time.
Sift in flour, baking powder, and salt, mixing until smooth.
Gradually add lemon juice, stirring to avoid lumps.
Pour batter into pans and bake for 35 minutes.
Notes
Use fresh lemons for the best flavor.
Serve with a dusting of powdered sugar or whipped cream.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 240
- Fat: 11g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: lemon dessert, lemon cake, citrus dessert, easy lemon dessert