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Moist Lemon Cake Recipe

The days are growing longer, the flowers are in bloom, and your taste buds are craving something fresh, tangy, and invigorating. It's time to usher in the season with a cake that's the epitome of summertime
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Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Keyword: moist lemon bundt cake, moist lemon cake recipe, moist lemon sponge cake
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 16

Ingredients

For the Cake:

  • A mix of baking basics: 2 1/2 cups cake flour 1 teaspoon baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon baking soda, and a touch of salt.
  • The zest and juice from 3 lemons 3/4 cup buttermilk & 3 tablespoons zest.
  • Flavors that linger: 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 3/4 cup granulated sugar.
  • Fats for a moist texture: 12 tablespoons of softened unsalted butter.
  • The binder: 3 large eggs and an additional egg yolk all at room temperature.

For the Glaze:

  • 3 cups confectioners' sugar for that sweet glossy finish.
  • The tang: 3 tablespoons lemon juice.
  • 2 tablespoons buttermilk for a hint of creaminess.

Instructions

  • Preparing: Fire up the oven to 325° and grease that 9x13-inch square baking pan! The excitement begins.
  • Mixing Dry Ingredients: Whisk the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt together in a medium bowl, and set it aside. It's about to play a crucial role!
  • Creating the Flavor Burst: Combine buttermilk, lemon juice, and vanilla in a liquid measuring cup. Meanwhile, beat granulated sugar and lemon zest until they become moist and fragrant. Remember, zest adds personality to the cake!
  • The Creaming Process: Transfer 1/4 cup of sugar mixture to a small bowl, cover it, and set aside. Then, whip butter into the remaining sugar mixture until it's light and fluffy. Patience here pays off. Add eggs and yolk gradually; it's all about precision.
  • The Grand Fusion: Reduce speed to low. Add flour mixture, alternating with buttermilk. What you'll end up with is a smooth batter. Pour it into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
  • Baking Time: Wait and watch until the cake turns golden brown. It'll take 25 to 35 minutes. Then, cool it down for 10 minutes.
  • Glazing Glory: Whisk confectioners’ sugar, lemon juice, and buttermilk. Spread it over the warm cake and sprinkle the reserved sugar mixture. Let it cool for at least 2 hours. Yes, the waiting might be unbearable, but it's worth it.