Lemon Cake Recipe from Scratch
Who can resist the allure of a perfectly baked lemon cake recipe from scratch? The tantalizing aroma of citrus, the fluffy texture, and the tangy flavor make it an irresistible treat for all occasions. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting, this article will guide you through everything you need to know to create your own sunshine-in-a-slice.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour 250g
- 2 cups granulated sugar 375g
- 1 teaspoon baking powder 5g
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 2g
- 1/2 teaspoon salt 2g
- 1 cup 2 sticks unsalted butter, softened (227g)
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk 240ml
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 5ml
For the lemon glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar 120g
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice 30ml
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest 5g
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the buttermilk, and beating until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan.
- Bake for 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Make the lemon glaze:
- In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest until smooth.
- Drizzle the lemon glaze over the cooled cake.