This Glazed Lemon Cake is a delightful treat that balances the bright, zesty flavor of fresh lemons with a sweet, buttery glaze. Perfect for any occasion, this cake is moist, tender, and bursting with citrus goodness. Serve it as a refreshing dessert or a delicious snack with tea or coffee.
Ingredients:
For the Cake:
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
For the Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2-3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- Zest of 1 lemon (optional)
Instructions:
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan or line it with parchment paper.
- Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add Eggs: Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: Stir in the buttermilk, lemon zest, and lemon juice until well combined.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Pour and Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool the Cake: Once baked, remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prepare the Glaze: In a small bowl, mix the powdered sugar with 2 tablespoons of lemon juice until smooth. Add more lemon juice if you prefer a thinner glaze.
- Glaze the Cake: Once the cake is completely cool, drizzle the glaze over the top. If desired, sprinkle additional lemon zest for garnish.
- Serve and Enjoy: Slice the cake and serve it as a delightful treat any time of day!
Enjoy your delicious Glazed Lemon Cake!