Description
A classic Italian dessert that combines zesty lemon and creamy custard, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 3 large Fresh Lemons, juiced
- 1 cup Granulated Sugar
- 1 cup All-Purpose Flour
- 4 large Eggs
- 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter, melted
- 1 cup Whole Milk
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9-inch round cake pan with grease and parchment paper.
- Melt the butter and let it cool, then whisk in the eggs, followed by lemon juice, milk, and vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, mix together sugar, flour, and baking powder.
- Combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture gently to avoid overmixing.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 45 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack and dusting with powdered sugar.
Notes
Avoid overmixing to keep the cake light, and be sure to let it cool before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Lemon Cake, Custard Cake, Italian Dessert, Baking, Easy Dessert
