Lemon cakes with a lemon glaze.

Preparation Time: 25 minutes

Cooking time 45minutes

Serves: 8

Delight in a Slice of Sunshine with Our Homemade Lemon Cake. The Perfect Blend of Tangy Lemon Zest and Sweetness in Every Moist Bite Will Brighten Your Day!

Ingredients:

For the Lemon Cake:

• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

• 2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder

• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda

• 1/2 teaspoon salt

• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened

• 2 cups granulated sugar

• 4 large eggs

• Zest of 2 lemons

• Juice of 2 lemons

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• 1 cup buttermilk

For the Lemon Glaze:

• Juice of 1 lemon

• 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar

Instructions:

Step 1: Preheat the Oven and Prepare the Pan:

• Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

• Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans or line them with parchment paper for easy removal.

Step 2: Mix the Dry Ingredients:

• In a bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set this dry mixture aside.

Step 3: Cream the Butter and Sugar:

• In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy. This can take about 2-3 minutes.

Step 4: Add Eggs and Lemon Zest:

• Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next.

• Mix in the lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract.

Step 5: Alternate Adding Dry and Wet Ingredients:

• Gradually add the dry mixture (from Step 2) to the wet mixture, alternating with buttermilk. Start and finish with the dry ingredients.

• Mix until just combined; be careful not to overmix.

Step 6: Bake the Cake:

• Divide the cake batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.

• Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

• Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer them to wire racks to cool completely.

Step 7: Prepare the Lemon Glaze:

• In a bowl, whisk together the lemon juice and powdered sugar until you have a smooth glaze.

Step 8: Glaze the Cake:

• Once the cakes are completely cooled, place one of the cakes on a serving plate.

• Drizzle some of the lemon glaze over the top.

• Place the second cake on top and drizzle more glaze over the entire cake.

• Let the glaze set for a few minutes.

Step 9: Serve:

• Slice and serve your delicious homemade Lemon Cake.

Enjoy your homemade Lemon Cake with its tangy and sweet flavor! It's perfect for any occasion or as a delightful treat.

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