Mom's Lemon Cake

Brighten up your dessert table with Mom's Lemon Cake—a timeless classic that's bursting with citrusy charm! This moist, buttery cake is delicately infused with freshly squeezed lemon juice and fragrant lemon zest, delivering the perfect balance of sweet and tangy in every bite. Topped with a luscious lemon glaze that seeps into the spongy layers, this cake is as delicious as it is easy to make. Perfect for family gatherings, spring celebrations, or just because, it's a dessert that will have everyone asking for seconds. With simple ingredients, minimal prep time, and a show-stopping flavor, Mom's Lemon Cake is destined to become a household favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 48/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 4 large eggs
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 1 cup whole milk
• 0.25 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon lemon zest
• 1.5 cups powdered sugar
• 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice (for glaze)
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking pan or two 8-inch round cake pans.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 3

Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.

Step 6

Stir in the freshly squeezed lemon juice and lemon zest until evenly incorporated.

Step 7

Pour the batter into the prepared pan(s) and smooth the top with a spatula.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 9

Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

While the cake is cooling, prepare the glaze by whisking together the powdered sugar and 3 tablespoons of freshly squeezed lemon juice until smooth.

Step 11

Once the cake is cool, drizzle the glaze evenly over the top and allow it to set for 10-15 minutes.

Step 12

Garnish with a sprinkle of lemon zest if desired, slice, and serve. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1621.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4829.6

Total Fat 126.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 67.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 1021.3mg	0%
Sodium 2481.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 882.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.6g	0%
Total Sugars 592.3g
Protein 71.7g	0%

Vitamin D 271.4IU	0%
Calcium 511.0mg	0%
Iron 20.5mg	0%
Potassium 1183.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 23.0%

Protein: 5.8%

Carbs: 71.2%