Description
A delightful dessert that combines the zesty flavor of lemon with a sweet glaze, perfect for any occasion!
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- Zest of 2 lemons
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice for glaze
- Zest of 1 lemon (optional for garnish)
Instructions
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Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a square baking pan and line it with parchment paper.
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Prepare the Batter: In a bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the lemon zest and lemon juice.
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Combine Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
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Mix Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk. Mix until just combined. Stir in the vanilla extract.
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Bake the Cake: Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top. Bake in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Prepare the Glaze: While the cake is baking, mix the powdered sugar and lemon juice in a small bowl until smooth.
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Drizzle with Glaze: Once the cake is done, let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Remove the cake from the pan and place it on a wire rack. Drizzle the prepared lemon glaze over the warm cake bites. Optionally, sprinkle with additional lemon zest for garnish.
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Serving: Cut the cake into bite-sized pieces and serve.
Notes
- Ensure the butter is softened at room temperature for easier mixing.
- For a more intense lemon flavor, consider adding more lemon zest or a touch of lemon extract.
- Use fresh lemons for the best flavor in both the cake and the glaze.
- If you prefer a less sweet glaze, adjust the amount of powdered sugar to taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg