Sarah's Lemon Cake

Brighten your day with Sarah's Lemon Cake, a perfectly moist and zesty dessert that's bursting with fresh, citrusy flavor. This delightful loaf combines fluffy cake layers infused with freshly grated lemon zest and juice, delivering a tangy-sweet punch in every bite. The crowning glory is its luscious lemon glaze, drizzled generously over the top for a glossy, tangy-sweet finish. Easy to prepare in just 20 minutes of prep time, this lemon cake is ideal for casual gatherings, tea parties, or as an indulgent treat for yourself! Perfectly balanced between sweet and tart, this recipe serves 10 and pairs beautifully with a cup of coffee or iced tea. Whether you're a citrus lover or searching for the ultimate homemade cake recipe, Sarah's Lemon Cake will surely become a favorite in your kitchen.

Nutriscore Rating: 41/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.75 cups unsalted butter, softened
• 1.5 cups granulated sugar
• 4 large eggs
• 2 tablespoons freshly grated lemon zest
• 0.25 cups fresh lemon juice
• 0.5 cups whole milk
• 1 cups powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (for glaze)
• 1 teaspoons lemon zest (for glaze)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x5 inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large bowl, use a hand mixer or stand mixer to beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).

Step 4

Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition, ensuring they are fully incorporated.

Step 5

Mix in the lemon zest and fresh lemon juice until evenly combined.

Step 6

On low speed, gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture in three increments, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Do not overmix—stop when just combined.

Step 7

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.

Step 8

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

Step 9

While the cake is baking, prepare the lemon glaze by whisking together the powdered sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest in a small bowl until smooth.

Step 10

Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 11

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

Step 12

Slice and serve. Enjoy Sarah's Lemon Cake as a delightful dessert or a refreshing accompaniment to tea or coffee!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1275.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4154.7

Total Fat 170.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 99.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 1146.1mg	0%
Sodium 2436.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 627.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.3g	0%
Total Sugars 427.4g
Protein 54.9g	0%

Vitamin D 213.7IU	0%
Calcium 356.0mg	0%
Iron 15.6mg	0%
Potassium 878.3mg	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: 36.0%

Protein: 5.1%

Carbs: 58.8%