Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest (about 1 lemon)
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a 9-inch round cake pan and dust with flour.
- Mix flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
- Beat softened butter and sugar until fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time and mix well. Stir in vanilla.
- Gradually combine wet and dry ingredients, alternating with milk.
- Fold in lemon zest and juice.
- Pour batter into the pan and bake for 30-35 minutes.
- Cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Ensure ingredients are at room temperature for better mixing.
- For a richer flavor, consider adding a lemon glaze on top.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg