Nancy's Lemon Cake

Bright, zesty, and irresistibly moist, Nancy's Lemon Cake is a citrus-lover's dream that brings together refreshing lemon flavors and tender crumb perfection. This easy-to-follow recipe combines the zing of fresh lemon juice and zest with the sweetness of powdered sugar in a luscious glaze, giving the cake a vibrant, tangy finish. Perfectly balanced with rich butter and fluffy eggs, the batter is simple yet satisfying, creating a cake that’s light, airy, and full of flavor. With just 20 minutes of prep and a bake time of 40 minutes, this dessert is ideal for gatherings, afternoon tea, or as an elegant treat for any occasion. Serve this homemade lemon cake with a drizzle of glaze or a dusting of powdered sugar for a picture-perfect presentation that will delight your guests! Keywords: lemon cake recipe, homemade lemon glaze, moist citrus cake, easy dessert recipe, lemon zest baking.

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1.5 cups granulated sugar
• 0.5 cups unsalted butter
• 0.75 cups milk
• 3 eggs
• 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 2 tablespoons lemon zest
• 0.25 cups fresh lemon juice
• 1 cups powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (for glaze)
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter (for greasing pan)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch round cake pan with 1 tablespoon of unsalted butter and lightly dust with flour. Set aside.

Step 2

In a medium mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Whisk together to distribute the ingredients evenly.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, cream the 0.5 cups of unsalted butter and 1.5 cups of granulated sugar together using an electric mixer set to medium speed until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 4

Add the eggs to the butter-sugar mixture one at a time, beating well after each addition.

Step 5

Mix in the lemon zest and 0.25 cups of fresh lemon juice until fully combined.

Step 6

Reduce the mixer speed to low and alternately add the dry flour mixture and the milk to the wet ingredients in three portions, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined; do not overmix.

Step 7

Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.

Step 9

Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

To prepare the glaze, whisk together 1 cup of powdered sugar and 2 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice in a small bowl until smooth.

Step 11

Once the cake has cooled completely, drizzle the glaze evenly over the top, allowing it to run down the sides.

Step 12

Let the glaze set for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1175.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3346.0

Total Fat 80.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 42.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 729.9mg	0%
Sodium 2154.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 626.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.1g	0%
Total Sugars 429.9g
Protein 50.8g	0%

Vitamin D 212.6IU	0%
Calcium 399.2mg	0%
Iron 13.9mg	0%
Potassium 897.0mg	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: 21.1%

Protein: 5.9%

Carbs: 73.0%