Ingredient
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Pinch of salt
- Powdered sugar, for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
- Cream butter & sugar: In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs: Beat in the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Add flavor: Stir in the vanilla extract and lemon zest.
- Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Mix batter: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk, and mix until smooth.
- Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan. Bake for about 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool & serve: Let the cake cool completely, then dust with powdered sugar before serving.
If you’d like, I can help you customize this with a traditional Italian filling like pastry cream or jam — just say yes!