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Lemon Glaze Cake

Simple Lemon Glaze Cake – A Quick And Delicious Citrus Delight

This Lemon Glaze Cake is bright, moist, and bursting with citrus flavor. A tender lemon cake is drizzled with a sweet and tangy lemon glaze, making it the perfect refreshing dessert for any occasion!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 12
Calories 320 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • For the Lemon Cake:
  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 ¾ cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • For the Lemon Glaze:
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest

Instructions
 

  • Step 1: Prepare the Cake Batter
  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch bundt pan or a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
  • In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Add eggs one at a time, mixing after each addition. Stir in lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract.
  • Alternately add flour mixture and buttermilk, mixing until just combined.
  • Step 2: Bake the Cake
  • Pour batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
  • Bake for 40-45 minutes (until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean).
  • Let the cake cool for 10 minutes in the pan, then transfer to a wire rack.
  • Step 3: Make the Lemon Glaze
  • In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, lemon juice, and zest until smooth.
  • Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cake.
  • Step 4: Serve And Enjoy!
  • Let the glaze set for 10 minutes, then slice and serve.

Notes

  • Extra lemony? Add ½ teaspoon of lemon extract to the batter.
  • Want a thicker glaze? Use less lemon juice for a more spreadable glaze.
  • Make it dairy-free? Use almond milk with 1 teaspoon vinegar instead of buttermilk.
  • Add a crunch? Sprinkle toasted almonds on top before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 12g
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